Bee-Fly (Bombylius major)

Description:

Bee flies are expert flyers, and their hovering habit has led to their being incorrectly called a species of hoverfly (Syrphidae). The very long proboscis is used to feed on the nectar of many species of flower, especially primroses.

Habitat:

Bombylius major can be found in April to June throughout temperate Europe and North America and some parts of Asia. This one was found in a Mediterranean Shrubland biome.