Helophilus are a diverse genus of moderate to large
hoverflies, that appear somewhat bee-like.
Larvae filter-feed in organic rich water. All Helophilus adults have a distinctive lengthwise striped
thorax and a transverse striped
abdomen.[2][3]
^Coe, R.L. (1953). Diptera: Syrphidae, Handbooks for the Identification of British Insects Vol 10 Pt 1. Royal Entomological Society of London. pp. 98pp.
Helophilus are a diverse genus of moderate to large
hoverflies, that appear somewhat bee-like.
Larvae filter-feed in organic rich water. All Helophilus adults have a distinctive lengthwise striped
thorax and a transverse striped
abdomen.[2][3]
^Coe, R.L. (1953). Diptera: Syrphidae, Handbooks for the Identification of British Insects Vol 10 Pt 1. Royal Entomological Society of London. pp. 98pp.