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Toxomerus geminatus
A very small (approximately 1/4") but common syrphid fly found throughout eastern North America. Adults feed on nectar from flowers and often rest on nearby leaves.
Eastern North America west to Texas. April - November. Areas of Herbaceous plants.
Spotted on May 8, 2012
Submitted on May 9, 2012
4 Comments
Thank you so much Gerardo, Carol & Goody!
This is my favorite image of the day! Great stuff!
Fantastic! Oh I hope you are smiling every time you see this photo! What a great macro!
Wow grate shot!