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Marmalade Hover Fly - on Echinacea Flower Episyrphus balteatus Essex, UK IN000816
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Marmalade Hover Fly - on Echinacea Flower Episyrphus balteatus Essex, UK IN000816
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Marmalade Hover Fly - on Echinacea Flower
Essex, UK
Episyrphus balteatus
Bill Coster
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Buzzing with Flair - The Marmalade Hover Fly Strikes a Pose!
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. In this snapshot by Bill Coster, we witness nature's very own fashionista - the Marmalade Hover Fly - flaunting its impeccable style on an Echinacea flower. With its vibrant orange and black stripes, this tiny insect effortlessly steals the show amidst a sea of petals. Episyrphus balteatus, as it is scientifically known, showcases its aerial acrobatics skills while delicately perched on the elegant blossom. Its translucent wings shimmer in the sunlight, adding an ethereal touch to this enchanting scene. Hailing from Essex, UK, this charismatic hoverfly proves that even insects have a taste for high-end fashion. With every delicate movement and poised posture, it exudes confidence and grace. Who knew such small creatures could possess such flair? As we admire this delightful encounter between insect and flora, let us not forget the intricate role these hoverflies play in our ecosystem. They are nature's unsung heroes; their pollination efforts ensure the continued beauty of flowers like these Echinaceas. So next time you spot a Marmalade Hover Fly buzzing around your garden or local park, take a moment to appreciate their unique charm and contribution to our natural world. And if you're lucky enough to capture them on camera like Bill Coster did here – well then consider yourself truly blessed!
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