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Published: 2017-07-01 09:24:59 +0000 UTC; Views: 287; Favourites: 20; Downloads: 5
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Description
Hover flies mimic the look of other, more dangerous insects to confuse predators. It seems to work also when in competition for newly opened flowers, such as this lovely dark colored poppy.More of my "Flower Devils" series: wiebkerost.com/flower-devils/
Camera: Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Lens: Canon EFS 18-135 mm
