Band-eyed drone fly

For adult band-eyed drone fly, one can use sweet substances such as overripe fruit or sugary solutions to lure them, as they feed on nectar and are attracted to strong and sweet scents.

The larvae of band-eyed drone fly are typically found in decaying organic matter, like compost piles or wet, rotting wood, where nutrients are abundant for growth. As adults, they are often observed hovering around flowers and gardens where they feed on nectar and pollen. To search for the larvae, one would sift through decomposing material in areas such as manure heaps or muddy margins of ponds. In contrast, finding adults would require visiting flowering plants on warm, sunny days, especially those in open, grassy habitats, since band-eyed drone fly have a preference for such environments where they can also find mates and lay eggs.

The most suitable time to find adults of band-eyed drone fly is during sunny days when flowers are blooming, as they are active during the day and seek out flowers for nectar.

Adult band-eyed drone fly are typically found in warmer, sunny weather conditions that promote flower blooming. Conversely, larvae can be sought out during wet weather where decomposing organic matter is present.