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American Hoverfly

Eupeodes americanus

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Description:

Dark body with 3 yellow bards on the abdomen. Clear wings and yellow face. Can be found hovering over flowers. Adults feed on nectar and the larve feed on aphids.

Habitat:

Meadows and wooded areas.

1 Species ID Suggestions

Noah Ranger +1
Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 11 years ago
Hover Fly
Syrphus opinator Finally, one that lands from time to time - Syrphus opinator - BugGuide.Net


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3 Comments

Noah Ranger
Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 11 years ago

You're welcome! Fantastic job with the new camera. :-)

Jellis
Jellis 11 years ago

Thanks, and I will wait. I'm learning to use my new camera.

Noah Ranger
Jacob Gorneau
Jacob Gorneau 11 years ago

Lovely! This one may also need some confirmation.

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Jellis
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Jellis

Alameda, California, USA

Spotted on Apr 12, 2013
Submitted on Apr 12, 2013

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