Hover flies (Syrphidae)


Hover flies (Syrphidae)

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DiBickers wrote:
6 Apr 2025
Yes, this is a Hoverfly larva (& aphid as prey). Fabulous photos!! I can never get sharp enough focus on the aphids 😂💚

Syrphidae (family)
WendyEM wrote:
6 Apr 2025
they are aphids - Brachycaudus persicae Black Peach Aphid.
see Sighting 4658730 (3rd shot shows adult aphid)

Syrphidae (family)
donhe wrote:
6 Apr 2025
The prey looks more like a beetle than an aphid ?

Syrphidae (family)
arjay wrote:
5 Apr 2025
Hmmmm ... yes. Some insects are really annoying like this.

Ceriana (Sphiximorpha) breviscapa
WendyEM wrote:
5 Apr 2025
or saw fly mimic of wasp ?

Ceriana (Sphiximorpha) breviscapa
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