Hoverfly

Hoverfly
Kingdom
  Animal
Class
  Invertebrate
Family
  Hoverfly

 
Status
  Varies
Added by
  Shayna Hartley Imaging - turtle
Date Updated
  Wed Apr 10 19:43:32 2013
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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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