28/07/2026
It Looks Like a Bumblebee… But It's a Hoverfly
At first glance, Volucella pellucens is easily mistaken for a bumblebee. In reality, it's a hoverfly that uses remarkable mimicry to discourage predators.
This species is found throughout most of Europe and temperate Asia, inhabiting woodland edges, forest clearings, parks, and gardens. Adults feed on nectar and pollen, while females lay their eggs in the nests of bumblebees and social wasps. Their larvae develop inside the nests, feeding mainly on organic debris.
Its most distinctive feature is the broad white band across the abdomen, creating a striking contrast with its velvety black body.
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