Common drone fly (Eristalis tenax), spotted in a neighborhood flower garden:
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Naturalist, landscape historian & photographer from #Bath #Somerset #UK. Posts about local wildlife, especially invertebrates, plants & birds, as well as local ancient monuments. I frequently post updates about various tame European Robins in my neighbourhood. #Wildlife #Entomology #Arachnology #Nature #NaturePhotography #WildlifePhotography #Birds #Archaeology (profile picture is a European Robin, header is a view of Solsbury Hill, an Iron Age hillfort near Bath)
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Banded General (Stratiomys potamida) soldierfly on a Wild Carrot flower
This is a huge and striking soldierfly, resembling a large wasp, but is completely harmless. They breed in wetland habitats. An uncommon species, but apparently increasing.
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