Picture Key


Bumble Bee

Photo by Jeremy Hemberger

Bees:

  • Two pairs of wings
  • Usually noticeable hair on body, including legs
  • Medium-length antennae
  • "Normal" eyes
It's a bee »

Fly

Flies:

  • One pair of wings
  • Relatively hairless
  • Large eyes that cover most of head
  • Short, stubby antennae
It's a fly »

Wasp

Wasps:

  • Two pairs of wings
  • Relatively hairless
  • Long antennae
  • Many have notably long, thin "waist"
  • Many have bright yellow or orange coloration on body
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