Several bushfires are burning in Victoria and the fire risk is elevated across much of the state. Latest forecasts, incident information and warnings: emergency.vic.gov.au.

Non-pest insects and invertebrates

There are a number of insects and invertebrates frequently encountered in Victoria that are established and not known to be pests, including native predators and beneficials that prey on pests or provide pollination services.

Hover flies

Hover files are beneficial insects that appear in large numbers during the spring and summer.

We acknowledge the traditional Aboriginal Owners of Country throughout Victoria, their ongoing connection to this land and we pay our respects to their culture and their Elders past, present and future.