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Florida Bee Killer

Mallophora bomboides

Photo by SharonMagner
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Field Notes

Notes:

From the shape of the wings and eyes, I knew this wasn't a bee, though the color certainly mimics one well. It was rather large and decided to take a short rest on one of the firespikes in my backyard. I was able to snap a few quick pics, then he flew off.

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PublishedSeptember 5, 2013

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