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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 Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded Jul 16, 2017. Captured Jul 15, 2017 08:45 in Unnamed Road, 2117, Bulgaria.
  • Canon EOS 7D Mark II
  • f/10.0
  • 1/160s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm