Comment from supergold
an excellent macro capture of this insect, certainly not a common fly; maybe someone will indicate the name;
very good and sharp details; nice orange background;

 Comment Written 22-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021

Thank you very much!!

Comment from Shannon weeks1
Great picture of this fly caught in your flower. Which makes it perfect to win that contest of Marco. I hope you do win. You can see the colors on the fly indeed as you speak of. Great job

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021

Thank you very much!

Comment from Shadow catcher
A beautiful capture of this tiny fly,the colors are gorgeous,excellent focus with good details seen in both the fly and flower. I especially like the iridescence seen on the fly's wings. Best wishes to you in the contest!

 Comment Written 19-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021

Thank you very much!!

Comment from cleo85
Yes, I see the fly. Your close-up is impressive. Your macro is perfect focused and exposed and has good depth. I enjoy the refinement of detail and textures and the realism of color and light. The reflections on the wings are especial interesting. The fly is well placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021

Thank you so much!!

reply by cleo85 on 10-Mar-2021

You're very welcome! :o)

Comment from eileen0204
I believe this is a hover fly? but not 100 percent certain.

But what makes this image spectacular, is the color.. bright, vibrant oranges and yellows that make everything come to life.

Great visual with some superb camera techs used. Great luck to you!!

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021

Thanks so much!!

Comment from nikman
A good looking entry into the contest posted here! Your fine macro composition offers us enjoyable views of your insect and flower. Like the bright colours and tones contrasting nicely with the dark fly. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021

Thanks very much!

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Excellent,Steph! : )
That's a pleasantly Out of the Ordinary picture,my friend,and I'm really enjoying the superb Orange/Gold coloration of that Flower!
'Good Show! '
~Sean

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021

Thanks friend!!😁😁

reply by Sean T Phelan on 09-Mar-2021

You're welcome,Steph!

Comment from Zilyram
A very good closeup of the fly against the orange bloom. I like the way the wings have a shimmer on them and the colors shine through. Nicely focused and well composed.

 Comment Written 08-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021

Thank you!!

Comment from alaskapat
Very nice entry for this contest! I also love the wings and the colors that can only been seen in a well taken macro shot! Nice detail on the head of the fly too! I love the vibrant orange and golden yellow of the flower it has landed on! Well composed and presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 08-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 08-Mar-2021

Thank you very much!!

Comment from JirinaInspire
Such a wonderful colors and beautiful details of the bloom center and the fly trying to pollinate it. Great composition and smooth coloring with such nice presentation.

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 Comment Written 08-Mar-2021

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reply by the author on 08-Mar-2021

Thank you very much!!