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Pollenia sp.
Fly approx. 8mm long
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I am wondering if this could be a female. It is lacking the golden color on the thorax.
The typical cluster fly Pollenia rudis is about 7 mm long and can be recognised by distinct lines or stripes behind the head, short hairs on the thorax, and irregular light and dark gray areas on the abdomen. Cluster flies are typically slow-moving.
Cluster flies have a widespread distribution. Eight species are found in Britain and 31 in Europe. Pollenia species are also numerous in Australia and New Zealand (over 30 species); they are a common pest in North America. P. rudis has spread widely in association with humans.
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Spotted on Mar 9, 2015
Submitted on Mar 9, 2015
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