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"Syritta pipiens" is a very common species of European hover fly. Sometimes called the thick-legged hoverfly, from its distinctive broad hind femora. They are fast nimble fliers, Larvae feed in rotting organic matter.

Similar species: True Flies
Species identified by morpheme
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Uploaded May 11, 2023. Captured May 9, 2023 14:58 in Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 NE 41st St, Seattle, WA 98105, USA.
  • X-E2
  • f/11.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO400
  • 80mm