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Common Hoverfly

Ischiodon scutellaris

Description:

Common throughout Australasia, hoverfly larvae often dwell in stagnant water or decaying organic matter. Adult hoverfly feed primarily on nectar but are known to eat aphids and are used in industry as a biocontrol measure against such.

Habitat:

Extremely diverse.

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Mr.Swift
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Mr.Swift

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Spotted on Nov 12, 2012
Submitted on Nov 13, 2012

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