My Alexanders (Zizia - I forget which species) are an absolute pollinator magnet! Several species each of flower flies (Syrphidae), native bees (and honey bees), potter wasps, assorted other flies (including the green - green! - Soldier Fly pictured), and a few Ichneumonid(?) wasps for good measure. The place is buzzing! Native plants for the win! #pollinators #insects #NativePlantGardening #Stratiomyidae #Diptera

Knock knock.

Who's there?

Orange-tailed Wood Fly.

Orange-tailed Wood Fly who?

Orange you glad I'm rockin' this booty?!
#insects #diptera #flies #Syrphidae

@friesen5000

The green fly looks like a practical joke pulled by aliens. A stunning creature.