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Hover fly

Eristalis rupium

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (животные)

Phylum

Arthropoda (членистоногие)

Species

Eristalis rupium (Hover fly)

Similar Species in Eristalis

Orange-Spotted Drone Fly

Eristalis anthophorina

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hover fly?

The scientific name of Hover fly is Eristalis rupium. It belongs to the genus Eristalis.

What is the conservation status of Hover fly?

Hover fly (Eristalis rupium) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hover fly live?

Hover fly is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Hover fly belong to?

Hover fly (Eristalis rupium) belongs to the genus Eristalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Syrphidae.

What kingdom does Hover fly belong to?

Hover fly (Eristalis rupium) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).

What are the closest relatives of Hover fly?

The closest relatives of Hover fly in the genus Eristalis include Bog Hoverfly, European Drone Fly, Orange-Spotted Drone Fly, Common Drone Fly.