Not a Bee, Not a Wasp - It’s a Hoverfly!

Not a Bee, Not a Wasp - It’s a Hoverfly!

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Not a Bee, Not a Wasp - It’s a Hoverfly!

Is it a bee? Is it a wasp? Noooo... It’s a hoverfly!

These incredible insects are master mimics, their bright yellow and black stripes help them look like bees or wasps, which keeps predators away. But unlike their lookalikes, hoverflies are harmless and play an important role in pollination.

Want to learn more about these fascinating fliers? Read all about them in Under the Microscope from our Entomology Research Team.

Not a Bee, Not a Wasp - It’s a Hoverfly!

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Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai dedicated to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom while uplifting the communities that call it home. The foundation protects over 22,200 hectares of fynbos and biodiversity across Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walker Bay...

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