About Superb Ant-hill Hoverfly
A striking yellow-and-black hoverfly that mimics a wasp. Larvae develop inside ant nests where they feed on root aphids tended by the ants. A declining species in parts of its range.
Did You Know?
Larvae live inside ant nests and feed on the root aphids that ants keep as 'livestock'.
Distribution
Where Superb Ant-hill Hoverfly can be found
Seasonal Activity
Peak activity
Moderate
Low / dormant
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