Eristalinus punctulatus

Golden Native Drone Fly at Bomaderry, NSW

Eristalinus punctulatus at Bomaderry, NSW - 2 May 2022
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Eristalinus punctulatus 7 May 2022 michaelb
Unidentified 6 May 2022 Michelle O'Neill

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   6 May 2022
Hi Nature lovers, this is my first post, hopefully first of many.
I believe this spectacular fly is a Golden Drone fly, Eristalinus punctulatus.
Michelle

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  • Resting on Aquilegia foliage in flower bed. Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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