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Bombylius major
These Bee flies are nectar and pollen collectors and the larve feed on insect larve and eggs. The straight appendage on the head is called a proboscis that is used to gather nectar. Fuzzy body and round abdomen. When at rest the wings are angled. There is dark markings on upper parts of the wings.
This one was found in a mix wooded forest.
Thank you chesterbperry. I was rushing to upload these spottings and didn't have time to look them up before going to work.
Spotted on Apr 12, 2013
Submitted on Apr 12, 2013
