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Phyllotocus rufipennis CarbonAI 27 Sep 2026
Hydrellia TimL 6 Aug 2023

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The flies appeared to be collecting pollen grains with their mouthparts before flying away. Pollen grains were attaching to their bodies in passing so by default they were pollinators.

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Sighting information

  • 15 Abundance
  • TimL Recorded by
  • Hybiscus? Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Yes Insect on a flower

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