| SCIENTIFIC NAME: | EPISYRPHUS BALTEATUS |
| VERNACULAR NAME: | MARMALADE FLY |
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| DESCRIPTION | The two narrow black bands against a yellowy-orange background on abdominal segments 3 and 4 are the key identification feature of this common hoverfly. |
| BEHAVIOUR | Hovering in between quick darting motions around flowers. |
| DISTRIBUTION | Common throughout. |
| HABITAT | Woodland rides, parks and gardens. Can be found swarming in coastal areas after migrating. |
| PERIOD | Late March to early September. |