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Bombylius major
Fuzzy, golden bee-like fly with long proboscis. The wings have dark coloring only on the front that fades away near the backs of the wings. There are dark patches on either side of the abdomen. "The adult is 14 to 18 millimetres (0.55 to 0.71 in) in length, squat and very hairy, with a wingspan of around 24 mm (0.94 in). It has dark patches on the anterior half of the wings and long hairy legs that dangle while in flight. 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." - Wikipedia
Mexican Bush Sage in backyard.
Spotted on Mar 7, 2012
Submitted on Mar 8, 2012
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