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Classification Order: Diptera – true flies Family: Syrphidae
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Phenology
It can be seen from May to October with a peak in late June and July.Identification
Has golden hair on the bottom of its abdomen and often a further golden band above this.Xylota spp. are generally honeydew feeders and characteristically swing back and forth rather like a hoover as they travel over the surface of leaves in a ritualistic pattern .
Life Cycle
Larvae found in wet decaying roots of Beech stumps, but where Beech is not present Oak and Birch are considered possible alternatives
Habitat Woodland and well wooded areas.
