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Hoverfly perched on yellow flower in the garden. Example of mimicry between insects.

Hoverfly inside of a yellow Portulaca flowerhead.

Extreme close up of a Hoverfly on a grass stem.

A fat hoverfly sits on a blade of grass outdoors. Lots of grass in the background. The hair on the hoverfly is clearly visible.

$Hoverflies, also called flower flies or syrphids, make up the insect family Syrphidae. As their common name suggests, they are often seen hovering or nectaring at flowers; the adults of many species feed mainly on nectar and pollen, while the larvae (maggots) eat a wide range of foods. In some species, the larvae are saprotrophs specifically Detritivores [1] eating decaying plant and animal matter in the soil or in ponds and streams. In other species, the larvae are insectivores, preying on aphids, thrips, and other plant-sucking insects.\n\nInsects such as aphids are considered crop pests, and therefore the aphid-eating larvae of some hoverflies are economically and ecologically important. The larvae are potential agents for use in biological control; while the adults are pollinators.\n\nAbout 6,000 species in 200 genera have been described. Hoverflies are common throughout the world and can be found on all continents except Antarctica. Hoverflies are harmless to most mammals, though many species are mimics of stinging wasps and bees, a mimicry which may serve to ward off predators.$

A close-up image of a black and yellow honey bee busy working to harvest nectar from beautiful purple and pink Aster wildflowers in a meadow environment in British Columbia, Canada.

Aphid eating flies in the wild, North China

Eastern calligrapher fly (Toxomerus geminatus) on Norway maple (Acer platanoides) flowers in springtime.

This macro shot features a captivating hoverfly, likely of the Syrphidae family, perched delicately on a vibrant green blade of grass against a soft, blurred background. The image captures the intricate details of the insect's anatomy and the tranquility of nature in a single frame, ideal for nature enthusiasts and educational content.

A fly is flying in the air above a yellow flower. The image has a sense of freedom and lightness, as the fly is soaring through the air with ease

Cornflower wildflower macro with hoverfly

Close-up of a resting hoverfly resting on a leaf

A Syrphus Eastern Calligrapher forages on flower in summer.

Selective focus on Eastern Calligrapher syrphid fly head, Toxomerus Geminatus

Beautiful Honey Bee Flying, Wings Spread, Copy Space Macro Photography

Close-up shot of a Sphaerophoria scripta, also known as a long hoverfly, perched on a vibrant green blade of grass. The macro shot captures the delicate details of the insect and plant against a blurred green background, creating a serene and natural scene.

Hoverfly, syrphidae, on a leaf at the Donnelly Preserve in South Windsor, Connecticut.

$Butterflies play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by acting as pollinators, supporting plant reproduction, and contributing to biodiversity. Their presence indicates a healthy environment, making them essential for sustainable ecosystems. Protecting butterfly habitats is a step toward a greener and more balanced planet.\nLocation: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (India)$

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