Not sure if it is a bee, a wasp or a fly, does anyone know?

in #photography7 years ago

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I came across this tiny flying insect in the back yard, about 5mm long, I just managed to get a couple of photos before it flew away.

South Australia has a number of species of native bees, but checking online photos I couldn't find anything that looked close.

Anyone out there who specialises in insects who might know what it is?

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Looks like a ground bee. We called them meat bees as kids. They don't sting, but I can't remember if they bite.

Thankyou for the info I will see if we have any native or introduced ground bees here in Adelaide

In the U.S they are a bit different but that looks like a yellow jacket.

They live in the ground. Some sting some don't.

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