Oh, what a big nose you've got

Probably not PC to say that!
Bombilius Major, Beefly with rigid proboscis. Absolutely harmless and very pretty insect, one of the welcome signs of spring.
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[KWind]

Great macro - so clear and detailed.

[Steve Pooley]

Amazing capture.

[KoalaGardens🐨]

oh superb macro!!!

[Lee]

What a strange looking insect. Good shot.

[FBailey]

Beautiful clarity:) x

[Anne Pancella]

I don't think I have seen this species before. Great close up.

[Julienne Jones]

I love these little flies! They are fascinating the way they hang in the air. Ive watched them lsying thrir eggs in wasp holes and it really is intriguing

[Jesika]

@kwind @stevepo @koalagardens @gamelee @fbailey @annepann Many thanks, they are always a joy to see and often easy to photograph.
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[Jesika]

@julienne1 Thanks, Julienne, like you, I find them fascinating, but I've never seen them ovipositing. Do you know if they parasitise the eggs?
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