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Hoverfly

Scaeva pyrastri

Description:

Hoverfly in Syrphidae family. It is a large distinctive fly with three pairs of white comma markings (lunules) on the abdomen. Adults are common visitors to flowers. The larvae feed on aphids.

Habitat:

Alpine meadow. Parque Nacional de Sierra de Gredos

Notes:

Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/640 sec.; f/13; ISO Speed Rating: 800. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm. No flash fired

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arlanda
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arlanda

Comunidad de Madrid, Spain

Spotted on Jul 23, 2014
Submitted on Oct 23, 2014

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