Mallota sp. (Syrphidae)

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• boreocypriensis (34387)
• [2008-03-25 2:04]

Hello my heartfelt friend Marie,
Wonderful shot of this bulb fly (which it has so many bristles on body like Bombus bees) with nice DOF, POV and sharpnes. I am sory friend I have not enough information on these flies to help you on its ID. :(. TFS and My best regards,
Bayram

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• ramthakur (32246)
• [2008-03-25 3:30]

Lucky you to get this subject packaged with flowers, Marie :-)!
This is a crisp macro of the Bulb Fly with fine details and colours. The eye in particular is in sharp focus.
The other perspective in your workshop shows its features to great advantage.
TFS.
Ram

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• haraprasan (17792)
• [2008-03-25 7:56]

Hi Marie,
What ever the species may be. But it is beautiful although its larva is not farming friendly. Excellent composition and sharp details. Very well captured. Thanks a lot for sharing.

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• lawbert (0)
• [2008-03-25 10:07]

Hello Mariki
You really are a master at the macros..The details here are stunning regardless of the BG.
I really like the other pov as well showing more of a head on shot.
Paul

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• marcellr (3514)
• [2008-03-25 11:23]

Ciao Marie,
veramente bello questo dittero, che imita un Bombus!
Penso anch'io che si tratta di Mallota fuciformis.
Ottima la messa a fuoco e la luce, molto naturale.
Ciao,
Marcello

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• lousat (19689)
• [2008-03-25 13:56]

Salut Marie,vraiment des details excellents,et aussi une ambientation tres interessante et revolutionnaire,une grande photo,merci de partager et pour les notes aussi,Luciano

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• gerbilratz (3176)
• [2008-03-25 14:39]

Considering the difficulties, a wonderful image, the mouth parts are visible and well defined. The bristles are clear and well focused, very good really, TFS regards h

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• Luis52 (12761)
• [2008-03-25 14:58]

Hola Marie.
Este Abejorro tiene en us haber muy bellos colores en amarillo y negro. Parece estar posando exclusivamente para Ti.
Una foto bien lograda Marie.
Saludos
Luis52.

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• demeve (5995)
• [2008-03-25 18:02]

Hello Marie,

I'm sorry my friend but I don't have time for a proper critique but I'll take the time to congratulate you for this lovely shot

Everton

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• zulfu (870)
• [2008-03-26 2:12]
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Hello Marie,
Both captures are splendid. But I liked more the WS. However both two shots are excellent. TFS.
Regards,
Mehmet

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• bahadir (642)
• [2008-03-26 2:26]

Hello Marie,
Nice and detailed picture. TFS. Regards, Bahadır

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• Argus (35227)
• [2008-03-26 3:08]

Hello Mariki,
An excellent macro of this rare syrphid a first for the species on TN. Reminds me of Volucella bombylans but is much hairier, which make the mimicry of a bumblebee very effective. I like the POV and sharpness, the BG is less preferable to a natural but that can't be helped, especially when it is such an unusual species.
Thanks for sharing this fine image,
Cheers, Ivan

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• clnaef (6814)
• [2008-03-26 3:22]

Bonjour,
Jolis détails pour une étude anatomique.
Bonne journée.
clnaef

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• pablominto (16172)
• [2008-03-26 3:38]

Hello Marie,
Good point of view to show this subject!
Fine details have been captured, well done on the macro work...
Pleasant catchlight in the eye!
Greetings,
Pablo -

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• Silvio2006 (41730)
• [2008-03-26 3:42]

Hi Mariki, it's really like a bombus bee, great macro of a lovely hoverfly with superb details and splendid sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio
PS I like ws too

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• jignasi (14903)
• [2008-03-26 4:25]

Buenos colores y naturalidad en ellos, aunque creo que falta un poco de profundidad.
Saludos Marie: J. Ignasi

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• Mana (18518)
• [2008-03-26 6:46]

Hi Marie,
Excellent macro profile shot with awesome details and colours on its fur. Good use of flash lighting and you have captured a fine pose here. I like that huge eye and the sheen on the wings. Excellent low POV and very nicely composed. Kudos.
TFS.
Sumon

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• uleko (2959)
• [2008-03-26 10:23]

Hello Marie,
Very sharp macro showing this interesting bee-like fly. I like the low POV and the fine sharp details and colours. Very well done in spite of poor light and wet circumstances!
TFS and regards, Ulla

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• arfer (0)
• [2008-03-26 12:04]

Hello Marie Christine

Lovely POV showing the textures and details very well.
The lighting and colours are excellent.
Well placed in the frame.
TFS
Rob

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• xTauruSx (610)
• [2008-03-26 14:39]

Hello Marie,
Splendid close up shot of this fly with excellent details. Thanks for sharing this beauty. Regards,
Deniz

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• EOSF1 (23469)
• [2008-03-26 15:15]

Même dans un environnement difficile ta photo est super, les détails sont nets et l'exposition est bien réussie. Bravo et merci!

Mario

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• jusninasirun (7662)
• [2008-03-26 19:51]

Good looking fly shot Marie. Good sharpness in the eye and transparent wing. Well done and best regards. Jusni

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• JPlumb (2884)
• [2008-03-27 13:47]

Hi Marie, this is one that would definitely fool me. The mimicry on this fly is incredible. The background is not great but you have handled a very difficult situation with lighting very well. With the strong backlight and dark counter this would be very difficult to establish a proper exposure, but your exposure is excellent. The fly, in both your main shot and workshop is in great focus with very good colour and sharp detail. Very nicely done.

Thanks, John

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• marhowie (302)
• [2008-03-28 7:06]

Hi Marie,
Odd looking syrphidae, it looks like a small bumble bee..
Great detail, color, DOF, and good exposure of the subject.
Too bad he wasn't on that bouquet of flowers when you shot this :)
Have a great weekend,
Howard

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• izler (520)
• [2008-03-28 9:45]

hello mariki
well close-up working on this insect
i like point of view, colours, details and reflection
thanks for sharing
regards
izler