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Bombylius analis
Fly with a strong similarity to bees and bumblebees. The white line in the back defines it as B. analys. They are very hairy and they have a long proboscis to suck nectar from the flowers. As larvae they are parasitic of solitary bees
Holm oak forest. Dehesa de Valdelatas
Camera Model: NIKON D500. Exposure Time: 1/500 sec.; f/5.6; ISO Speed Rating: 220. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm.
Spotted on Apr 5, 2024
Submitted on May 21, 2024
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