Although they look somewhat like a sweat bee or the larger yellow jacket wasp, these flies do not sting. While at first glance these flying insects (hoverfly, sweat bee and yellow jacket ...

Named for their distinctive hovering flight, stripey yellow-and-black hover flies (Syrphidae) are often mistaken for bees. Hover flies are potential pollinators of several native plants.

It's easy to forget that our black and yellow little friends can have a sharp way of getting your attention. The biggest way ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Among the native species are: Bumble bees: The large, hairy, black-and-yellow insects are excellent pollinators. Sweat bees: These bees are ...