Syrphid fly Temnostoma by Richardphotos
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Description
The syrphidae are famous for their bee and wasp mimickry, but this fly goes the extra mile - it uses its front legs to mimic the jointed wasp antennae of the Vespids. When the fly lands, it hold its front legs up in front of its face and waves them about. The effect is really quite convincing when you see one strike the pose. Also, the clouded leading edge of the wing mimics the appearance of wasp wings
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Syrphid_fly_Temnostoma.jpg
http://www.cirrusimage.com/fly_syrphid_Temnostoma.htm
I shot these in my garden yesterday morning. I think there was a female and two much larger males trying to court her
thanks for viewing and comments.
canon rebel xt and I used 3 different lenses including Sigma 105 macro
Comments (33)
Dynazty
WOW!!! Awesome Detail!!........=]
Zacko
Fascinating reading and even more fascinating shots. That bottom one is incredible. Awesome stuff Richard. Have a great day. #:O)
IsTLionK
Nice commentary of the phote .. I don't know if it is just me, but I currently can't see any image in renderocity .. Figured it must be a problem with there server .. but now I don't know.. From the description of the photo Rick, Sound really interesting .. Keep it up. :O)
Digimon
Would have fooled me!! Swat Get away!! Swat Hehe, just kidding! Great series of shots, the macros are crisp!!!
Syltermermaid
I got stung by a Wasp last year and it was really not funny, so I would had never left this fly near to me and would have missed all the details. Thanks for showing!!! Hugs Ute
soffy
fantastic macro shots of these beautiful creatures,excellently done Richard****
VDH
Great composition! Superb macro shots! Excellent Richard!!!!***)
wannes
Amazing macro capture!!! Excellent!
Anain
Fantastic macro Richard!!! Excellent as always!!! Hugs. Ana.
cosmoz
This is super well done! Amazing how you have taken this and made such an informiative piece out of it. The details of your text and excellent graphic are very illuminating!
1010
Wow, they would fool me, how did you do that? Hold one on your hand and shoot the camera for that awesome shot Richard?? Excellent!
tallpindo
You have a sharp eye and a keen researcher's mind. Wildlife of all types amazes us with the diversity nearby.
awadissk
Fantastic image very well done!!!!!!!!!!!!
miladyblu
Ciao!WOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWWWWWW!!!Absolutely SUPERB macros!!!All these shots are of breathtaking beauty and perfections!!Stunning details and splendid colors!!You made a big masterpiece my dearest friend Richard!!Congratulations!!Really well done!!V!!Thank you for sharing this excellent work!!I wish you a happy sunday!Big hugs!!
Bampster
Fantastic! I am totally amazed at the quality of detail in your photos. I have never seen anything quite like it, even in the scientific books that depict close-up images. Your images have a quality of colour and detail that brings the image into the realm of Fine Art.And last, but not least, you have a real top class style.
Maori
Absolutely amazing photography as always! Excellent, Richard !!!!
XoxoTree
Beautiful shots!!!So clean and clear ! :)
hotracer2
Excellent macro, great detail:):):)
jocko500
I did not know that. lol those some very good shots here
kimariehere
wow exceptional macros here .. beautiful work love your collage !! ...
claudialee
The photos were really amazing and the commentary excellent. What a great set of pictures. Since I don't know a thing about bugs, it would certainly fool me. This is great. HUGS!!!
rainbows
Incredible shots, Richard!! Marvellous work. I am sorry, I am itching looking. Better not linger that long tonight. Full moon hugs, for you ;-) Kind Sir.
DennisReed
Awesome collection of Photos and so informative! I had no idea they did that with their legs! Thanks & Bravo Richard!
GBCalls
Super shots! Interesting explanation of the subject. Thanks for posting that.
Druidstorm
"Smart bugs" and "Smart photography" Richard. They may be small but they think big. Outstanding capture!!!...:))
SophiaDeer
Wow excellent marco!
Gor111
Fantastic macro shot! Love the way how you show all the details of this insect! ***
busi2ness
Fantastic capture & facts!
NekhbetSun
Excellent work, but I don't know if I'd let them critters on my hand :o) hugs
GOLDILOCKSUK
Gorgeous detail! A real nice photo clear and crisp excellent work Richard V Cathy xoxoxox