Thick-headed Fly
Myathropa florea
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Robust fly with dark body and prominent eyes. Hovers at flowers for nectar; larvae indicate healthy decomposing wood and plant matter in garden.
Plants that support Thick-headed Fly
1 plants
Wartleaf Ceanothus
Ceanothus papillosus
perennial herb
Adult foraging during blooming season
Bay Area nativeKeystone species