Bee fly Bombylius major.
A fairly common bee mimic. Often seen hovering or at rest in sunny places.
Eggs are laid in the nests of solitary bees and wasps where they hatch and eat the host's larvae.
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Albums: BIOD NOW, Species Threatened by Sainsburys
Location: Abney
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