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23-MAY-2011 Christine Hanrahan

Hover flies (Sphecomyia vittata), a wasp mimic

This pair was on a Garlic Mustard plant and were quite oblivious to me. Their resemblance to a wasp is quite remarkable. They even have long antennae (most flies have very short ones), but they don't have a stinger!

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
1/400s f/3.5 at 5.0mm iso200 full exif

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slhoornstra26-May-2011 03:06
Great detail!! It is that time of year when a bug's fancy turns to love. V
christopheru26-May-2011 01:11
I am ok with them not being a wasp:) Nice photo!
Karen Stuebing25-May-2011 23:18
Ok, I'm dunb. I thought they were wasps and I've always avoided them. :) I learn so much from your nature photos and another excellent and detailed capture. V.
Jean Chiasson25-May-2011 22:56
Love the clarity details and colors Christine vote
Janet Forjan-Freedman25-May-2011 22:27
Great find and timing!
Graeme25-May-2011 22:14
Your really good at finding mating insects, Christine!!Voted
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