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Hairy Wood Fly

Blera umbratilis

Classification

Class
Insecta
Order
Diptera
Family
Syrphidae

Blera umbratilis, the hairy wood fly, is an uncommon species of syrphid fly first officially described by Williston in 1887. Hoverflies get their names from the ability to remain nearly motionless while in flight. The adults are also known as flower flies for they are commonly found around and on flowers, from which they get both energy-giving nectar and protein-rich pollen.

Distribution

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