Bombyliidae
Pronunciation: [Bom·bah·LEE·i⋅dae]
Common Name: Bee Flies
Description: Adults are bee mimics — usually quite hairy. Most species have a long proboscis. They hover near flowers and feed on nectar. Larvae are parasites or predators of other insects.
Spot ID Key Characters:
- Body robust and densely hairy
- Long proboscis
- Large abdomen
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Order: Diptera
