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Hoverflies and Japanese Anemone


Hoverflies and Japanese Anemone
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Copyright: Paras Bhalla (parasbhalla) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 506 W: 0 N: 1519] (6341)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-07-28
Categories: Nature, Macro
Camera: Sony Cybershot DSC-P150
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/60 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-09-13 0:52
Viewed: 117
Points: 46
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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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Good morning Paras

wonderful shot with 2 guests on that flower
grate sharpness and natural colors
beautiful light and DOF
grate note
Have a sunny day!
Oana

Hi Paras,
Nice twin visitors on this light violet flower!
Great harmony of pastel colors adorning this nature shot.
Very sharp focsing on the insects discovering the yellow heart of the flower.
Fabulous lighting and a very neat presentation.
Best regards,

Francis Xavier

Hi Paras,
A crisp and clear close up. Fine cheerful colours and you captured those hover flies very well. The shallow DOF creates a fine blurred background so all the focus is on the flower and the flies.
A wonderful posting Paras!
Hans

Dear Paras
Great macro with nice details, faithful colors and contrast
Your POV and DOF are great here
I wish you had a better bokeh of background
Thank you
Alireza

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4241 W: 414 N: 6705] (42257)
  • [2009-09-13 2:04]

Hi Paras

Good symmetry of the 2 hoverflies on the flower, with excellent colour, lighting contrasts, & sharpness. The shallow dof works well, in this outstanding macro shot. Tfs!

Merhaba Paras
Amazing macro shot my friend
Perfect clarity, colors and details
Have a nice Sunday
Burak

Excellent macro, good foreground sharpness, framing, composition and color, hugs

Hi Paras,

Good, sharp capture of the two hoverflies on the colorful flower. The DOF works well to blur the backgound nicely. Nice job.

Best regards,
Werner

Merhaba Dostum Paras,

A crystal clear macro capture of these hoverflies on an beautiful Japanese anemone with great DOF/POV and nice soft lighting and focus.
TFS and have a nice new week!
Cheers,

bayram

Hi Paras,
Great macro picture and details,
lovely flowers and very sharp picture,
colors great and contrast too.
Excellent done with the bees.
Have a good day..Michel

hey Paras
very nice close-up , great sharpness
very well done
T

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  • Koala Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 391 W: 32 N: 90] (4023)
  • [2009-09-13 11:27]

hello again my friend!
How are you?
another nice shot
details are very good
i also like the colors and of course the subject, a beautiful flower :)

Have a nice day!

Ale

Salam Paras Bhaijaan,
Very impressive close up vith good colours, details and double beauty..TFS.
Namaste.

hAyAti

Hi Paras!
wonderful composition...i think u've captured a nice moment when the two bees are sharing the flower:)...nice sharpness...great colors and light...
tfs
best regards,
Alper

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  • nicou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1287 W: 0 N: 2546] (20615)
  • [2009-09-13 16:22]

Hello,

superbe macro, ces deux gêpes dans cette fleur rose, une mervielle la netteté, al finesse, grandisoe.

Bravoe t amitié

Nicou

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  • AKITA Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1022 W: 81 N: 66] (12330)
  • [2009-09-13 19:22]

dear Paras,
this pale violet color of anemone is very graceful,
and petals look soft and tender.
this beautiful and calm atmosphere made by this flower is only for those insects? I don't think so ever...
maybe everything in the nature have original essence of beautifulness, and those common feelings must be realizing themselves on each object.
insects and us are same visitors for this flower.
thank you,
Akihisa

simply excellent,amazing sharp colors,very balanced contrast,adequate DOF to project the subject.Nice composition and very informative note.TFS

Ciao Paras,


Delicate details in the hoverfly!
The silky-crisp texture in the wings is impressive,
pattern and colours are superbly reproduced...
A fine composition with effective DoF!
Very well done, TFS.

Have a nice day

Sergio

Ciao Paras, superb macro with lovely couple of hoverflies on a beautiful flower, wonderful light and colors, fine details and splendid sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio

Hello Paras,
Very fine capture of two Hoverfly both nicely in focus. Good sharpness and fine natural colours. They stand out well on the Japanese Anemone.Best regards Siegfried

Hello!
Superb macro!Wonderful flower and interesting the insects.Excellent sharpness,clarity and lovely colours,nice background.
Greetings
Tadeus

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  • jone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 2248 W: 172 N: 0] (29016)
  • [2009-09-15 2:08]

Hi Paras ;)
Excellent twins macro shot...Compliments,
J ;)

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  • vanda Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 245 W: 0 N: 253] (1730)
  • [2009-09-15 13:05]

Ciao Paras!
Wonderful macro! Excellent focus.
The details of the insect and the center flower are superb.
Beautiful pastel colours.
Best wishes.
Caio. Vanda

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