Melangyna novaezelandiae (original) (raw)

Melangyna novaezelandiae (commonly referred to as the "large hoverfly") is a hoverfly endemic to New Zealand. It is a generalized pollinator of a large range of plants that are both native and exotic to the New Zealand flora. M. novaezelandiae is widespread throughout New Zealand, including in agricultural environments. The larvae of this species feeds on other arthropods and may have uses as a biocontrol agent.