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Still trying to get the hang of this 6T lens. Anybody know what kind of bee this is? It's very tiny the flower is less than a quarter of an inch across! Jim
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fantastic colors!
But this is not a bee... My dictionary calls this a hover fly (fly=2wings). #2 is outstanding, TMO this is close to "tchuanye" quality! Sven |
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Thanks Sven! I REALLY appreciate your comment! I knew if anyone would know what they were it would be you! Jim
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Sven, for those of us that see a bee, why is this more a fly than a bee?
It would be intersesting and helpful to know. :? :idea: Quite good, Jim. ![]() |
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complete nonsense!
Cerambyx and Tchuanye will know the exact ID of this hover fly. I have studied life and biology, but not flies (up to now)! But I admire the golden part of these creatures. Sven |
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Thanks Tazzie! Jim
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Sven, I never doubted your statement, We have hover flys here.
I didn't consult any source. We just call them that and think of them as some sort of little annoying critter, but not a nasty fly. I was in no way trying to correct you. I don't think I'll go on to ask: So, what are they? :G:G:G:G great shots, especially like the last. |
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Hymepoptera: bees, wasps and ants (part time wing owner):
...wikipedia: Hymenoptera is one of the larger orders of Insects, comprising the sawflies, wasps, bees, and ants. The name comes from the membranous wings (Greek hymen, a membrane), of which most forms have two pairs, the front wings larger than the back. Two pairs! Flies and midges use the seconds pair to make bsssss bsssss! Good night, Sven |
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