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Episyrphus balteatus De Geer, 1776
Nomenclature
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Family: Syrphidae (Hoverflies)Genus: Episyrphus
Species:
Episyrphus balteatus De Geer, 1776
Vernacular names:
Vernacular name:
Marmalade Hoverfly
SUMMARY
A very common and widespread species. The larvae feed on a wide range of aphids including cereal and cabbage aphids.