Finally found the cute bee vase in one of the boxes. Had to run out and get flowers for it. Sometimes seems like we will never get done unpacking and organizing, but I’m happy we found the vase.
Species in the genus Thyreus are cleptoparasitic cuckoo bees, meaning they lay their eggs in the nests of other bees. Once it hatches, the larva will eat food stores meant for the host larva, and sometimes the host larva itself. Found in Asia.
Photos 1-7 by homemountain, 8 by ming_de, and 9-10 by harumkoh
Dress to impress, especially during the night of frights when everyone trying to look the best. Seems like Charmy's succeeding with his popular costume. Though knowing your audience and catering to their tastes helps too.