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Hoverfly

Allograpta obliqua

Description:

Looks like a bee, but is actually a fly. It gets its common name from the fact that they are usually spotted hovering at flowers. This fly often rests with its wings outstretched, as you see in the photo.

Habitat:

Continental United States

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Jerrie Miller
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Jerrie Miller

Missouri, USA

Spotted on Jun 4, 2013
Submitted on Jun 14, 2013

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