Hoverfly - Episyrphus Balteatus
Taken at Easdale on 29th July 2015 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode.
 Fact File
Hoverfly - Episyrphus Balteatus.
Species:
Order:
Family:
A.K.A
Episyrphus balteatus.
Diptera.
Syrphidae
Marmalade hoverfly.
Larvae Food:
Adult Food:
Length:
Habitat:
Flies/Found:
Feature:
 Aphids.
Pollen.
9 - 12 mm.
Various habitats, including urban gardens
Throughout the year.
They often form dense migratory swarms, which may cause panic among people for their resemblance to wasps.
It's color patterns may appear wasp-like to other animals,
such as birds, protecting it from predation