About Sphecomyia vittata (Wiedemann, 1830)
Sphecomyia vittata, commonly called the long-horned yellowjacket fly, is an uncommon species of syrphid fly. It has been observed across North America, with populations concentrated in the eastern half of the continent. Hoverflies, which this species belongs to, are able to stay nearly motionless while in flight. Adult individuals of this species are also known as flower flies, because they are commonly found on flowers. They get energy-giving nectar and protein-rich pollen from these flowers. The larvae of Sphecomyia vittata have been found in sap runs and tree wounds. This species is distributed in Canada and the United States.
