Hoverfly (flower fly), likely a Helophilus species

Gardens, meadows, woodland edges, wetlands, and other flower-rich habitats across much of the Northern Hemisphere.

Adults feed mainly on nectar and pollen, making them effective pollinators. Larvae usually develop in wet, decaying plant material or stagnant water and consume microorganisms and organic matter.

Adults hover, dart, and often bask on leaves, with their yellow-and-black pattern mimicking wasps. They visit flowers frequently; larvae are aquatic or semi-aquatic depending on species.

Harmless to humans: they do not sting and rarely bite. Adults benefit ecosystems through pollination, while larvae contribute to decomposition and nutrient cycling.