Wasp! by gardencat

Wasp!

We have a lot of hover flies around here with colouring that mimics the wasps or bees, but I'm pretty sure this is actually a wasp.
Great macro.
It is a Wasp, Joanne, even the best of the Hover-Fly Wasp impersonators have hover-fly type antenna.
This has Wasp type antenna. It has just two bendy rod like structures.
A hover-fly tends to have one connection with the head with two fan like, even mini satellite dish like structures. Quickest and easiest way to distinguish them if you get a close enough view or photo.
June 29th, 2019  

Thanks for all that info. I’ll be sure to take a closer look at the antenna next time I see a possible hover fly/wasp type insect. @markp
June 29th, 2019  
You could post your pic on bugguide.net and get an ID.
June 29th, 2019  
A wonderful detailed shot.
June 29th, 2019  
superb!
June 29th, 2019  
Despite the fear these characters inspire, their markings are so smart and crisp. You've dared to get in close for a great macro shot.
June 30th, 2019  
Awesome macro shot.
July 3rd, 2019  
Well spotted and good focus.
July 5th, 2019  
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