A worldwide community photographing and learning about wildlife
Project Noah Nature School
Eristalis tenax
Family: Syrphidae. Also known as a European Hoverfly. 10-12 mm long (.40 - .50 inches) Large wingspan at 15 mm (.60 inches). Bee mimic. Eyes look like black marbles. Males have hovering abilities. Adults feed on flower especially of the carrot family (Queen's Anne Lace in photo) and fennel.
Meadow with abundant weeds and wild flowers.
Thanks Small Wonders. I was thinking on it before bed and I figured because of the eyes that is what it was. HA! But you are my insect encyclopedia. Thanks so much! Thanks Ken!!! These were too close, but it was doing hand signals. LOL
That's a great shot! I must admit that I also suffer from taking pics and not taking notes. And, that has gotten worse for me as I get older. By the way, I love your photography.
Spotted on Jun 30, 2012
Submitted on Mar 22, 2013
+1
