Eristalinus punctulatus

Golden Native Drone Fly at West Wodonga, VIC

Eristalinus punctulatus at West Wodonga, VIC - 10 Nov 2024 08:55 AM
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Eristalinus punctulatus 2 Jan 2025 MichaelMulvaney
Eristalinus punctulatus 10 Nov 2024 KylieWaldon

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When I first arrived the shade was still on some of the shrubs so insects were resting rather than feeding. These drone flies were unusually nervous and as soon as I got close they took off.

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  • Kunzea ericoides (Burgan) Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Resting Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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