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Eupeodes volucris ? - Scaeva pyrastri
Copyright © 2009 Gary McDonald

Eupeodes volucris ? - Scaeva pyrastri
Aromas, San Benito County, California, USA
April 20, 2009
Size: ~14mm total length.
This is the first Syrphid that I've seen come to the black light, a real treat to have a Syrphid stand still for several photos. Looks similar to .

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Contributed by Gary McDonald on 23 April, 2009 - 11:57am
Last updated 29 April, 2009 - 9:34am

Agreed
On Scaeva pyrastri!
… Gerard Pennards, 24 April, 2009 - 4:25pm login or register to post comments

 
Thank you Gerard, Alice, & Ron
for the species ID.
… Gary McDonald, 29 April, 2009 - 9:33am login or register to post comments

Looks more like a Scaeva pyrastri...
Scaeva pyrastri images
… Alice Cavette, 23 April, 2009 - 7:19pm login or register to post comments

 
Seconded
Note that the light markings have more of a "hand painted" look with "blobby" ends, as opposed to the more geometric, almost printed appearance of Eupeodes. (Disclaimer: No expert here, and I've been wrong on these before.)

Very nice shots, Gary, particularly the side view. You certainly made the most out of your opportunity.
… Ron Hemberger, 23 April, 2009 - 7:48pm login or register to post comments

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