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Seeing its wings revving up tugged my heart. Iā€™m also a bit jealous of its ability to land on gorgeous flowers and drink nectar.

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This is so wonderful, Diane! Thanks for sharing this peek into the life of the tiny and marvelous bee fly šŸ’•

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Apr 24Liked by Diane Porter

I had such fun passing your story to everyone, family and friends, who loved it too.

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Apr 23Liked by Diane Porter

i have seen these little beauties! know i feel properly introduced! as always, thank you dear Diane!

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Apr 23Liked by Diane Porter

Oh my goodness.

What a delightful story. I will be more observant for this cute little flier. Iā€™m planing for more native plants in my garden as well so I can help our small friends any way I can. You are just so inspiring!! TY again.

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Thank you for clearing up this mystery--I've been seeing him on the salvia and wondering who he is!

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Loved seeing this one's wings revving up as the sun warmed him! Fuzzy insects are somehow always cuter. :)

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It's adorable. I don't know if I've ever seen one because I didn't know about them. The pictures are so helpful. I'll watch when I see bees in the garden. Are they everywhere or local to specific areas?

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Look at this little guy! With his Biden like aviators and fairy like wings! I am charmed by you and your Greater Bee Fly! šŸ„°

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Wow! How observant you are! Diane, you are really helping me sharpen my observation skills. Thank you.

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Apr 23Liked by Diane Porter

Beautiful story, photo, and video.

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Apr 23Liked by Diane Porter

omg..the detail & attention!

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Apr 23Liked by Diane Porter

What an amazing, marvelous story!

I have not noticed this tiny expression of Intelligence before, and now intend to pay more attention.

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