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Southern Bee Killer (Mallophora orcina)
Photo#23535
Copyright © 2005
Hannah Nendick-Mason
Southern Bee Killer and prey -
Mallophora orcina
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, USA
July 6, 2005
Size: About 2 cm
Absolutely living up to its name - I believe the prey is a bumble bee, although I didn't manage to get a clear shot of it.
Contributed by
Hannah Nendick-Mason
on 8 July, 2005 - 3:18am
Last updated 3 August, 2006 - 10:01pm
Memorable
What a memorable photo! They say "likes" attract...
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Stephen Cresswell
Buckhannon, WV
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Stephen Cresswell
, 8 July, 2005 - 5:55am