First hoverfly of 2011

[Lord V]

After the rather cold weather we had before Christmas, I didn't expect to find a hoverfly in the garden yesterday- Episyrphus balteatus feeding on some sugar/honey spray on a camelia bush in weak winter sun. Looks fairly recently emerged

Brian V.

[Jason Green]

Afternoon Brian,

Given the degree of black on the abdomen I suppose it emerged late last year, then went into hibernation a while later. Good to see, thanks for posting.

Take care,

Jason

[Lord V]

Originally Posted by Jason Green

Afternoon Brian,

Given the degree of black on the abdomen I suppose it emerged late last year, then went into hibernation a while later. Good to see, thanks for posting.

Take care,

Jason

Probably correct Jason - by newly emerged, I really meant in fairly pristine condition. Still looking for some droneflies.
Brian v.