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The Pollinator

© Maria A. Gonzalez

The Pollinator

Uploaded: July 22, 2009

Description

Bee or fly that is the question!
I learned today that this is a Hoverfly(Syrphhidae) also known as a flower fly...They pollinate flowers and their wings are transparent,but the sun light reflects the colors of the rainbow on them. Valarie is the winner...
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Manual handheld 105mm macro F/14 1/250sec ISO250 no effects.Levels adj on PS.Photographed in my gardens.This colorful winged insect seems to enjoy my Gazania flowers a lot.A Big Congratulations to all the June Finalist.


Exif: F Number: 14, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 10/2500 seconds, Flash: fired, compulsory flash mode, return light not detected, ISO: 250, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

Comments

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe July 22, 2009

Hi Maria. Wonderfu details and colours with this beauty. I would say a bee. #1157637

Douglas Pignet July 22, 2009

very nice floral w. insect...lol 1/250 your images should be clear....lol doug #7767488

Val Feldman level-deluxe July 22, 2009

Wow! Dazzling color on this one, Maria! Think it's a flower fly but regardless, it sure adds to this beautiful capture! Great shot! #7767507

Jack Ryan July 22, 2009

Wonderful color here, Maria...and the composition and detail are also excellent. Another beauty! Well done! #7767893

Monnie Ryan July 22, 2009

Beautiful vivid colors and perfect composition, Maria -- outstanding! #7768408

Marty Straub July 22, 2009

Well, I'm with that bee, Maria, I like your flowers too. This one looks HOT, like a fire is burning within it. Wonderful focus and comp. #7768556

Mark Dodge July 22, 2009

These colors really pop! Gorgeous flower, excellent macro, Maria. Let me know what you find out about that Bee/Fly. I've often wondered this as well :o) #7768844

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe July 22, 2009

Stunning - Very Beautifully captured Maria! Jeff #7768906

Gina Cormier July 22, 2009

Gorgeous vivid color and capture!!! #7769283

Carol Sawyer July 22, 2009

Beautiful capture and color, Maria!! #7770886

Ellen Hodges July 22, 2009

Fantastic capture, Maria!! #7771263

Kathy Cline July 22, 2009

Beautiful bee macro Maria! Thank you also for the butterfly info. I need you to always be there for Butterfly knowledge since I just love to photograph all the pretty ones that come by but never know their names. Blessings #7771789

Amanda Haddox July 23, 2009

What an outstanding macro, Maria! The deep red petals with the darkened centers remind me of flames, the way they fan out, reminiscent of the rays of a sun burst. The bright golden center of this bloom makes the more subtle colors of the Hoverfly standout against it. Incredible detail and color in this image! Thank you for the ID of the insect in the flower, it really helps those of us who are continuing to learn! #7773049

Eugenio Diaz July 23, 2009

Great macro here and lovely striking colors!
Well done one more time!
Fabulous! #7773748

Max Aureli July 23, 2009

Fantastic closeup, Maria!! Great details with beautiful tones!!! #7774030

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