Heringia salax

(Loew, 1866)

Eastern Smoothleg, Eastern Smoothleg Fly

Heringia salax, commonly known as the Eastern Smoothleg Fly, is a of hoverfly in the Syrphidae. visit flowers to feed on nectar and pollen. The larvae are predatory, feeding on aphids. The species is recorded across North America.

Pipiza pistica by Williston S.W.. Used under a Public domain license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Heringia salax: /hɛˈrɪŋ.i.ə ˈseɪ.læks/

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Distribution

Recorded from multiple locations across North America.

Diet

feed on nectar and pollen from flowers. Larvae are of aphids.

Behavior

hover near flowers. The can remain nearly motionless in .

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Taxonomic notes

Authorship attributed to Loew, 1866. Classified in tribe Pipizini, Eristalinae.

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