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Kingdom
Animal
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Class
Invertebrate
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Family
Hoverfly
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Status
Varies
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Date Updated
Wed Apr 10 19:43:32 2013
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Hoverfly Images for kids
Hoverfly Activities for kids
Hoverfly Facts & Trivia for kids
- There are approximately 6,000 species of hover flies worldwide.
- Hover flies include some of the most skilled fliers in the insect world.
- Hover flies often feed on pollen and nectar.
- Hover flies range from 3/8 incn to 3/4 inch (1-2cm) in length.
- Hover flies colors often make them look like stinging bees or wasps.
- Some hover flies are predators and will attack aphids and other soft bodied insects.
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Hoverfly Links for kids
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