Subject: Large Bug
Location: Toledo, Ohio
June 4, 2015 5:22 pm
It’s that time of year again where I love to visit your page because I find so many new bugs. I love bugs, but honestly, I hope this one never lands on me as it was HUGE. (Unless I find out it doesn’t sting. ) It was hanging out in an open field in Northwest Ohio with butterflies and other bees. Any idea what it is? I’ve never seen anything like it.
Thank you!
Signature: Ginny
Dear Ginny,
This is a Bee-Like Robber Fly in the genus Laphria, but we cannot be certain which species you sighted. You can find additional information on BugGuide.
Thank you! You know, I actually looked up Robber Fly, but didn’t see anything that looked like it. I will do further looking. Thanks so much!!
…ginny