Tuesday 9 September 2014

Drone Fly............................................................................. Anderton Nature Park

A Drone Fly (aka Hoverfly) feeding on Ragwort.

It's fun to just sit on the grass and watch all the small stuff going about their business.

20 comments:

Steve W said...

Amazing photo. What camera do you use? Superb detail.

I love watching the wildlife whenever I'm outdoors. Even lying in the garden watching the ants or spiders on the fence etc.

The Herald said...

Cracking image Andrew. I think it's one of the Eristalis group of Hoverflies, (poss. E. pertinax) need to see the colour of the front legs to get a better idea of which one though...[;o)

Stephanie said...

Great macro.

John @ Beans and I on the Loose said...

I agree. A couple of times I have followed a lone ant going about his business in the desert. It was fascinating the distance they cover and still make their way back to the colony, sometimes carrying a prize find.

Maude Lynn said...

Fabulous shot!

Ela said...

Wonderful photo of the wildlife !

Phil Slade said...

I've seen them in the garden but would never attempt a photo. They are far too small for me. A fine picture Andrew.

Bob Bushell said...

That's beautiful, absolutely beautiful, well done Andrew.

Brian King said...

Nice, sharp photo! Beautiful colors!

Pantherka said...

Beautiful Andrew.

Rajesh said...

Fantastic capture.

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Beautiful, clear photo! Amazing detail! It is nice to just sit and watch the little things in life. - Karen

Liz said...

Great macro Andrew!

Anonymous said...

What a great shot this is!

carol l mckenna said...

Great shot! you made a 'fly' look very regal!

artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

Unknown said...

Really nice capture...great detail !!

Unknown said...

Great shot! Very beautiful.

eileeninmd said...

Well done, Andrew! Great shot. Thank you for linking up to my critter party. Enjoy your weekend!

A Colorful World said...

Really wonderful photo!

Hannah said...

Beautiful shot of the Hoverfly, the wings positively glisten.