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"Eristalis tenax" is a common, migratory, cosmopolitan species of hover fly. It is the most widely distributed syrphid species in the world, and is known from all regions except the Antarctic. It has been introduced into North America and is widely established. It can be found in gardens and fields in Europe and Australia. It has also been found in the Himalayas.

Similar species: True Flies
Species identified by Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded Jan 18, 2020. Captured May 14, 2017 18:57 in Località Bagnoli della Rosandra, 139, 34018 San Dorligo della Valle TS, Italy.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/160s
  • ISO100
  • 100mm