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Today I learned of the existence of bee flies. I also learned that I love bee flies. Specifically this species (Toratsuriabu, AKA Anastoechus nitidulus) found here in Japan, mostly in the southern area (Wakayama Prefecture and such).

More photos - https://imgur.com/gallery/bee-fly-GfDsU

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[-] moh@hexbear.net 13 points 1 day ago

this pokemon that was based on them was aptly named cutiefly, isn't that sweet? Image of Cutiefly's sprite drawing from the Pokemon franchise

[-] scrungus@hexbear.net 3 points 1 day ago

Yes! Really captures the whimsy of its subject, flawless name. 10/10

this post was submitted on 10 Aug 2026

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