Bee flies
Scientific name: Bombyliidae
Bee flies
Scientific name: Bombyliidae
Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
Bombyliidae exhibit a fascinating mimicry of bees. Despite their bee-like appearance, these creatures are skilled predators during their larval stage, often preying on the larvae of other insects. This deceptive similarity serves as a defensive mechanism, deterring predators wary of a bee's sting. The adults are harmless and feed primarily on nectar and pollen. Their ability to hover with remarkable precision adds to their bee-like aura, yet they contribute distinctively to pollination just like their doppelg?ngers.
Species of Bee flies
Scientific Classification
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