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Meomyia sericans 12 Dec 2024 KylieWaldon
Unidentified 5 Dec 2024 KylieWaldon

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Usually hovers and extends mouth parts down into flower, this one came in and landed near the flower. Another one in the dull brown colour with white a faint striped hovered but quickly disappeared. I love this fly but challenging to get photos.

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Additional information

  • kunzea Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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