Hoverflies are flies belonging to the Syrphidae group, they hover rapidly beating wings. That is why they are called hoverflies. These Hoverflies are now threatened with extinction. According to the first continent-wise assessment of this essential pollinator group by the IUCN(International Union for Conservation of Nature), 37% of all Hoverflies species in Europe are threatened with extinction. This assessment was requested & funded by EC(European Commission). Intensive agriculture and harmful pesticides, unsustainable commercial forestry, urban development and Climate Change (CC) have been identified as the main threats to Hoverflies. This first-ever European Red List assessment of Hoverflies highlights their immense … Continue reading Nearly 37% Hover Fly Species In Europe Are Threatened With Extinction