Roads End Naturalist

Exploring the natural world as we wander at the end of the road


Tag: haltere

  • Hovercraft in the Garden

    They look like tiny bees or wasps zipping around the garden flowers, but they are Flower Flies. They are also known as Hover Flies for their ability to hover and even fly backwards, a feat that few other insects can match. Their resemblance to insects that sting most likely affords them some protection as they Read more…