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Animal India - Episyrphus Balteatus

An observation of a marmalade hoverfly (Episyrphus balteatus) feeds on nectar from a Rosa chinensis 'Old Blush', or the monthly rose flower. Hoverflies are important pollinators, sometimes even more effective than bees. They prefer small clustered flowers, and crops like carrots rely on them for pollination. They also help boost strawberry production. This photo is taken in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on March 10, 2025. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#12144453
Date Taken	10 March 2025
Location	N/A
Photographer	Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto

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