Tiger Bee Fly
Scientific Name: Xenox tigrinus
Order & Family: Diptera, Bombyliidae
Size: 11 to 19 millimeters in length
Natural Habitat
Found in woodlands, gardens, and urban areas often near wooden structures
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on flower nectar; larvae are parasitoids that consume the larvae of carpenter bees
Behavior Patterns
Often seen hovering or resting on sunny surfaces; females deposit eggs near carpenter bee nests
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans as they do not sting; beneficial as they help control carpenter bee populations naturally
Identified on: 6/11/2026