Marmalade Hoverfly (Episyrphus balteatus)

Marmalade Hoverfly – Episyrphus balteatus
Marmalade flies often form dense migratory swarms that may cause panic among people who might think they are wasps. It is among the very few species of flies capable of crushing and eating pollen grains.
Interesting livery!
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Very nice exceptionally clear shot.
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I photograph some species of Syrphidae here too.
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Excellent photo, but this is a (female) Sphaerophoria hoverfly species, not an Episyrphus balteatus. I think she’s a Sphaerophoria scripta, but can’t guarantee that.
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Ok. Thank you, Erik.
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