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Laphria thoracica
Many Laphria species are amazing bumble bee or carpenter bee mimics. Adults prey on flying insects including bees & other robber flies.
Wide range of habitats. Often seen perched on leaves waiting for prey.
Spotted on Jun 20, 2011
Submitted on Nov 18, 2011
2 Comments
Thanks Atul!!
fantastic macro!!