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Eristalis sp.
Eristalis is a large genus of hoverflies, family Syrphidae, in the order Diptera. They are fairly common generalist pollinators, the larvae of which are aquatic, and breathe through a long, snorkel-like appendage, hence the common name rat-tailed maggots
Open Holm oak forest
Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/800 sec.; f/11; ISO Speed Rating: 800. Focal Length: 300.0 mm. Exposure Bias -1 EV.
Spotted on Apr 18, 2013
Submitted on May 19, 2013
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