Scientific name: Chrysops cincticornis

As the summer season comes to an end, we have a species to look back on that you might have enjoyed in the park (or not). Although deer flies can be annoying, you may not have known that there are actually many different species of deerflies! This particular deer fly is called Chrysops cincticornis; it’s a rarer species known for its bright orange shoulders and black body. Consider yourself lucky if you see this rare species. Another thing you might not have known about them is that only the females bite – the males are actually pollinators! This also marks our last species of the week before we transition to Bird of the Month for the fall and winter. Hope you enjoy our posts to come. Happy autumn and winter everyone!