Flying insects enjoying broccoli flowers
Do you recognize these flying insects that seem to enjoy broccoli flowers?
I have several almond trees around, and bees are busy these days but I'm not sure these particular insects are of any benefit.
I'm in the mediterranean, north of Africa.
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It is a species of scarab beetle. It looks very much like "Tropinota hirta" (hirta means hairy) which is quite common in the Mediterranean region, but might also be Tropinota squalida. They are fruit crop pests and, as a general group, are also known as "chafers". Another common name for this pest is "apple blossom beetle". They are probably most attracted to your Almond trees. Below are a few links that may lead you to further information.
https://species.wikimedia.org/wiki/Tropinota_hirta
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tropinota_squalida
https://www.agefotostock.com/age/en/Stock-Images/Rights-Managed/V46-3065336
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