The Large Pied-hoverfly or Pellucid Fly (Volucella pellucens) mimics a bee in size, shape and coloration as protection from predation.

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The Large Pied-hoverfly or Pellucid Fly (Volucella pellucens) mimics a bee in size, shape and coloration as protection from predation. Bedgebury Forest, Kent, UK.

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Size: 3291px × 2680px
Location: Bedgebury Forest, Kent, UK
Photo credit: © MichaelGrantWildlife / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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