Common Banded Hoverfly (Syrphus ribesii) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Bexley, Kent, England

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Common Banded Hoverfly (Syrphus ribesii) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Bexley, Kent, England

Common Banded Hoverfly (Syrphus ribesii) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Bexley, Kent, England, May

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Media ID 9673623

© FLPA/Dave Pressland

Bexley Borough Flies Greater London Hover Flies Hover Fly Hoverflies Hoverfly Kent Leaf Leaves London Nettle Nettles Stinging

EDITORS COMMENTS
Nature's Perfect Match: A Hoverfly and Nettle Leaf Tango in Bexley, Kent!". In this enchanting snapshot captured by photographer Dave Pressland, we witness a moment of pure harmony between two unlikely dance partners. The star of the show is none other than the dashing Common Banded Hoverfly (Syrphus ribesii) adult, showcasing its vibrant yellow and black stripes as it gracefully rests upon a Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Bexley, Kent in England during the blooming month of May, this image encapsulates the beauty and diversity found within European nature. With its delicate wings poised mid-flight, our charismatic hoverfly friend seems to have chosen an unconventional perch – one that might make most creatures think twice due to those notorious nettle stings! But fear not! This resilient insect has mastered the art of adaptation. Its incredible ability to navigate through dense foliage unscathed makes it a true hero among arthropods. As spring breathes life into Greater London's boroughs, these hoverflies emerge from their winter slumber to pollinate flowers and keep pesky aphids at bay. So next time you stumble upon a patch of nettles or spot a hovering creature with mesmerizing agility, take a moment to appreciate nature's intricate choreography unfolding before your eyes. And remember - even amidst prickly situations like stinging nettles - there is always room for delightful surprises!

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