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Hoverfly enjoying Summer time


Hoverfly enjoying Summer time
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Copyright: Paras Bhalla (parasbhalla) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 488 W: 0 N: 1479] (6183)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-08-06
Categories: Nature, Macro
Camera: Sony Cybershot DSC-P150
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/80 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-09-07 7:41
Viewed: 175
Points: 46
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hello TL-members,

I took this picture at the bank of a pond where I luckily beautiful these pink flowers, and I was lucky enough to get couple of hoverflies on these lovely beauties. I hope you enjoy the post phase of the summer season, depending on where you are on the globe.

Have fun!

best regards,

Paras

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General Information on "Hoverfly" from Web Dictionary WiKiPedia:

Flies in the family Syrphidae are commonly known as hoverflies, flower flies, or syrphid flies.

As their common names suggest, they are often seen hovering or nectaring at flowers; the adults of many species feed mainly on nectar and pollen, while the larvae (maggots) eat a wide range of foods. In some species, the larvae are saprotrophs, eating decaying plant and animal matter in the soil or in ponds and streams. In other species, the larvae are insectivores and prey on aphids, thrips, and other plant-sucking insects.

Aphids alone cause tens of millions of dollars of damage to crops worldwide every year; because of this, aphid-feeding hoverflies are being recognized as important natural enemies of pests, and potential agents for use in biological control. Some adult syrphid flies are important pollinators.

About 6,000 species in 200 genera have been described. Hoverflies are common throughout the world and can be found on every continent except Antarctica.[1] Hoverflies are harmless to most other animals despite their mimicry of the black and yellow stripes of wasps, which serves to ward off predators.

Many species of hoverfly larvae prey upon pest insects, including aphids and the leafhoppers which spread some diseases like curly top. Therefore they are seen in biocontrol as a natural means of reducing the levels of pests.

Gardeners, therefore, will sometimes use companion plants to attract hoverflies. Those reputed to do so include alyssum, Iberis umbellata, statice, buckwheat, chamomile, parsley, and yarrow.

Stubbs, A.E. and Falk, S.J. (2002) British Hoverflies An Illustrated Identification Guide. Pub. 1983 with 469 pages, 12 col plates, b/w illus.British Entomological and Natural History Society [ISBN 1-899935-05-3]. 276 species are described with extensive keys to aid identification. 190 species are displayed on the colour plates. 2nd edition, pub. 2002, includes new British species and name changes. Also includes European species which are likely to be found in Britain. There are additional black & white plates illustrating the male genitalia of the difficult genera Cheilosia and Sphaerophoria.
Vockeroth , J.R. A revision of the genera of the Syrphini (Diptera: Syrphidae) Memoirs of the Entomological Society of Canada, no. 62:1-176. Keys subfamilies, tribes and genera on a world basis and under regions. (Source: WiKiPedia)
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Hi Paras,
Excellent sharpness and DOF.
Beautiful colors.
TFS
Regards,
Lurdes

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 512 W: 0 N: 946] (4750)
  • [2009-09-07 7:46]

Hallo Paras,

Beautiful and interesting macro! Exceptional made and played.
My warm congratulations.
Have a nice day,
Adrian

Olá, Paras!

Great focus, lovely colors, good sharpness and nice DOF. TFS, mate!

Abraços,
Bruno

Hello, Paras -
This is a singularly great macro because of the depth shown by the flowers and branches in the background, which make the subject flower and insect all the more amazing. Very sharp subjects with brilliant color and lighting. Very nice image.

Great macro and interesting picture.Regards.Alin.

Hi Paras
Superb clarity image,perfect sharpnes and fine details,great background,very nice composition.
TFS
Regards
Andrzej

Paras,
Great capture, lovely colors, great details.
BG,POV, and light is amazing.
Horia

hello paras,
a super pretty nature shot. i particularly like the smooth, subtly colored bokeh and noiseless b/g as it showcases the hoverfly and flower. the featured hoverfly is sharp and with interesting patterns on its abdomen. cheers and regards mf.
danilo

Hello Paras,
What a nice composition!...
Well timed shot, nice accompanion with hoverflies
I loved blurred BG, It adds beauty to composition...
TFS
Selaahttin E

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  • john1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 175 W: 0 N: 187] (1530)
  • [2009-09-07 11:15]

Hello Paras,

I like the flowers, great focus and sharpness.
Beautifull pink colors, excellent composition my friend.
have a good week.
john

Wowwww... what a dreamy atmosphere you captured here Paras.
Perfect POV/DOF usage and excellent details on focusing area.
Superb shot MF!
Have a nice night!
Cheers,

Bayram

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  • werdir Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 558 W: 38 N: 604] (2681)
  • [2009-09-07 12:39]

Hi Paras,

Very nice macro of the beautiful flower and her visitors. I really like the DOF in this shot. You've captured the front flower and hoverfly in perfect focus while the rear flowers and buds are nicely blurred. The subtleties in the coloring of the petals is well seen also. TFS

Best regards,
Werner

Hi Paras Bhaijaan,
A wonderful litle flowers vith good sharpness and excellent colours.TFS.
Namaste,

hAyAti

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  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2726 W: 412 N: 2984] (32781)
  • [2009-09-07 13:50]

merhaba paras...
yine harika bir karede beraberiz, ne güzel bir çekim ve sunum..tebrikler...selamlar

Hi Paras, another beautiful macro. Excellent dettail and good composition. The BG is very good.
Very well done.
Ciao Marilena

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  • AKITA Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1012 W: 81 N: 66] (12244)
  • [2009-09-07 16:50]

dear Paras,
a beautiful picture of the wonderful scene,
the shining pink flower is very clear and it shows me delicate color and soft feeling,
and this bee looks humorous and happy on the special flower.
at this setting of f5.6, 1/80sec, maybe the light was rather dark, but whole image is enough bright and the back is adequately blurred.
thank you for your excellent and cheerful shot,
Akihisa

Hi Paras

beautiful flowers
gentle with soft texture and beautiful color
the insect is a bonus to make this more beautiful
suitable BG
Have a grate day!
Oana

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  • nicou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1276 W: 0 N: 2516] (20496)
  • [2009-09-08 1:03]

Hello,

quelle douce image, tout en couleurs mangigique, ce rosé de la fleur est fantastique, avec le bel insecte, grandiose macro.

Bravo et amitié

Nicou

good shot, composition, sharpness, framing, good macro, congratulations, hugs.

Slav Paras,
This is a realy wonderful capture.Great sharpness,colors and details.Also light is splendid.Thanks for sharing.
Best regards from Mesopotamia.
Dûrzan

Hi, Paras. Another beautiful capture and composition. Exquisite details of the bee and flower with good lighting and focus. Good post. Cheers and TFS.

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  • harpya Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5696 W: 197 N: 2452] (9677)
  • [2009-09-09 19:04]

Ciao Paras,


Good point of view and a fine pose!
Excellent details in this great macro shot,
and the colour palette is stunning as well...
Sharpness and clarity be superb.
A fine composition with a great 3-D effect!

Greetings,

Sergio

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  • vanda Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 244 W: 0 N: 244] (1700)
  • [2009-09-11 14:39]

Hello Paras,
Lovely image.
Great clarity and details.
Splendid pastel colours. Excellent DOF.
Regards.
Vanda

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