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Sphaerophoria rueppellii is a European species of hoverfly. Larvae are predators of aphids, and the species has been commercialized for biological pest control of aphids. The larvae go through three instars.
Sphaerophoria rueppellii is a native hoverfly that preys on aphids and can withstand the extreme temperature conditions typical of European climate. Ideal for controlling aphid and psyllid pests in both horticultural crops and landscaped green areas. This auxiliary insect is essential in pepper and strawberry crops. It is also one of the most interesting species to include in biological conservation control programs in hedgerows and public parks and gardens. Studying its life cycle is easy and educational.
