Hover flies ( Sphecomyia vittata ), a wasp mimic by larose forest photos

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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 hide exif

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Date/Time	23-May-2011 13:48:06
Make	Canon
Model	Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
Flash Used	No
Focal Length	5 mm
Exposure Time	1/400 sec
Aperture	f/3.5
ISO Equivalent	200
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Metering Mode	matrix (5)
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slhoornstra		26-May-2011 03:06
Great detail!! It is that time of year when a bug's fancy turns to love. V

christopheru		26-May-2011 01:11
I am ok with them not being a wasp:) Nice photo!

Karen Stuebing		25-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 Chiasson		25-May-2011 22:56
Love the clarity details and colors Christine vote

Janet Forjan-Freedman		25-May-2011 22:27
Great find and timing!

Graeme		25-May-2011 22:14
Your really good at finding mating insects, Christine!!Voted

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