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Common Marsh Hoverfly - Melanogaster hirtella

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Common Marsh Hoverfly Common Marsh Hoverfly - Melanogaster hirtella dylan Horfield Common Wildlife Pond 13 May 2024, 12:41 a.m. 9 May 2024, 2:48 p.m.
Common Marsh Hoverfly Common Marsh Hoverfly - Melanogaster hirtella dylan Horfield Common Wildlife Pond 13 May 2024, 12:41 a.m. 9 May 2024, 2:49 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and locally common throughout the UK. Habitat includes: Various wetland habitats such as ponds, lakes, ditches, marshes, riversides etc. Flight period: May to August. Length: 5 - 6 mm.

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