I spotted these guys around my neighbor's flower garden. Neither she nor myself have any idea of their botanical name or common name. They appeared to be fun to work around to get a decent shot and they were.
Many thanks for viewing.
Rgds,
Tony
EXIF: D70 body with AFNikkor 70~210mm 1:4~5.6 Lens.
1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 200, no flash, Exp., Bias @ 2.33, used CWA Metering.