Syrphidae - Syrphid Flies

1. Understand the Species and Habitat Pelecinobaccha species belong to the Syrphidae family, known for hovering behavior and mimicry of wasps or bees. They’re slender, often with a metallic sheen (e.g., cobalt in P. costata). Adults feed on nectar and are attracted to small, shallow flowers like those in the Asteraceae (daisies) or Apiaceae (dill, yarrow) families. Look for them in gardens, meadows, woodlands, or near streams. Larvae are predatory, feeding on scale insects or aphids, so areas...