I’ve been seeing these guys around and was just wondering what they were. Any answers will be appreciated!
Maybe a bee fly? Hard to tell from that angle.
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Hummingbird moth?
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Has the distinct characteristics of a bee fly.
When the image is inverted, it makes more sense.
Compare to: http://bugguide.net/node/view/1206509/bgimage
Greater Bee Fly - Bombylius major
There are some very small sphinx, or hummingbird moths, but they would not have that short, pointy proboscis.
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Yes, I think you are right. Its back looked just like that photo. Great job!