Syrphus torvus
Description
Very similar to other Syrphus species and is best identified by the presence of hairs on the eyes.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Found in gardens, hedgerows, waste ground and many other habitats.
When to see it
March to November - It is often the earliest Syrphus species to emerge in the spring, has a peak in April with a second peak in July and is sometimes one of the commoner hoverflies in autumn, having a third peak in October.
UK Status
Fairly frequent throughout Britain.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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