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Marsh Hoverfly
Latin name: Helophilus pendulus
Size: Wingspan approximately 25mm.
Distribution: Found throughout the UK.
Months seen: April to October.
Habitat: Meadows and gardens - usually near water.
Food: Nectar.
Special features: The Marsh hoverfly has three distinctive black stripes
running lengthways along the thorax. The abdomen is mainly yellow with black
patches. The legs are yellow with some black sections.
The larvae develop in water.
UK Safari Hoverfly Section
UK Safari Creepy-crawlies Section
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