Melangyna umbellatarum

A small, narrowly built hoverfly with pairs of creamy-white spots.

Usually seen around umbellifers such as Hogweed.

It is found from April to November, peaking in August.

It breeds on umbellifers where its larvae predate aphids.

It is a widespread species in Britain but isn't commonly found north of Yorkshire.

Quite common in Leicestershire and Rutland.