Syrphus ribesii

A common hoverfly in the UK frequently seen in gardens, parks and woodland. The larvae feed on aphids consuming around 400 before pupating - the adults however are strictly vegetarian.

 

Syrphus ribesii female - lateral view
Syrphus ribesii - male resting on developing Ramson flowerSyrphus ribesii - female
Syrphus ribesii - female resting on leafSyrphus ribesii - female, close up detail of head

 

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