Have you ever heard of flies that enjoy swimming? I have’t.
Well, the other day I was in the garden looking/waiting for something to shoot when I saw this fly swimming across a temporary bird bath which has around 14inches radius. I didn’t bother because I thought it had fallen into the water. But then, after a couple of seconds I saw it land in the water on one side and swim across the whole length of the bath; this time I had the camera ready and took a shot of it. Again, I thought it had fallen, but it did it again at least another time so I decided it was doing it on purpose and was enjoying itself swimming. At least the bath served for something because I haven’t seen a single bird making use of it.
Yesterday I went to swim for the first time this season. I had Max with me but Christine didn't feel like coming because her wrist is still slightly swollen and sore. Sea temperature was beautiful and Max and I had a lovely time.
Thanks a lot for your views, comments and fav's.
He is having his daily exercise and no, I've never seen a swimming fly either - great capture. I'm so pleased that you finally got to go swimming again and hope that Christine can join you soon.
Happy that you went for a swim. Hope Christine is well enough soon to join you.