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Scaeva selenitica
It is a large distinctive fly with three pairs of yellow comma markings (lunules) on the abdomen. Adults are common visitors to flowers. The larvae feed on aphids.is a European species of hoverfly
Found in flower bushes.
Spotted on Aug 15, 2011
Submitted on Aug 31, 2011
2 Comments
Thanks!
Nice photo!