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This is a shot from back in May. Though I haven't seen this behavior lately, there were plenty in May all over the lemon tree and got quite a few shots of different individuals with a variety of catches.
This is a small Muscid fly (5mm) and I believe its a type of midge that it has for a victim. Another macro photographer said he had seen this before, but didn't know if these Muscid flies hunt or just scavenge other insects.
I had no idea these little ones were insectivores. Always learn something new shooting insects.
Thanks for looking.
Bruce
shot with the 50mm 2.5 and close-up filters.
Comments (27)
Maybe he was just having a cuddle? Crisp and clear as ever, you make me want to invest in a new lens.
Very interesting...I have never seen this in a fly either...awesome image!
Very good macro
Absolutely amazing capture. :)
Gorgeous picture!!!!!
Excellent capture!
Yummy! Awesome capture!
Excellent macro.Superb details.
Amazing shot, Bruce!
excellent shot, Bruce!
Excellent macro extremely sharp.
excellent image.
wonderful shot!
A tack sharp capture my friend. Thank you for sharing another Gem.
The wow faxtor is definately 10, here. Nice macro. 5 stars.
Thanks all!
great shot
"It's a shame we have to die my dear, but no ones getting out of here alive" Foo Fighters.
Macros don't come any better than yours! Did I mention how jealous I am?
Eeewww - yummy I guess!!! Marvelous macro shot of this feasting critter Bruce!
Fantastic macroshot!!
Oh to be able to capture the way you do. WONDERFUL MACRO
Excellent macro.
Wonderful macro capture..!!
Wow! Amazing detail! What type of close-up filters are you using?
Great macro as always. Gotta get a camera that goes lower than f 8
Wow, what a great find, capture and shot!