Underrated
Hover flies like this (Melangyna sp.) are often mistaken for bees or wasps. They are true flies (single set of wings), but don't sting or bite. They are more interested in flowers than humans or other animals. In fact they are important pollinators, and their larvae eat common garden pests like aphids. An attractive and greatly underappreciated insect.
(2024-10-27_OM1_13048Z_Fr_DxO_crop1)
Underrated
Hover flies like this (Melangyna sp.) are often mistaken for bees or wasps. They are true flies (single set of wings), but don't sting or bite. They are more interested in flowers than humans or other animals. In fact they are important pollinators, and their larvae eat common garden pests like aphids. An attractive and greatly underappreciated insect.
(2024-10-27_OM1_13048Z_Fr_DxO_crop1)