Brachycera Collection

Fly on a cactus in the botanical garden in Valencia, Spain, Europe

Large bee-fly (Bombylius major) nectaring on Lungwort (Pulmonaria sp). In garden, Surrey, England, UK. March

California Gull (Larus californicus), foraging for alkali flies (Ephydra hians) by running through swarm snapping its bill, on the shore at Mono Lake, California, USA. Digital frame expansion

RF- Flesh fly (Sarcophaga) portrait

Great pied hoverfly (Volucella pellucens) feeding from bramble flower, Wiltshire, England, UK, July. Bumblebee mimic species

Small fleck-winged snipefly (Rhagio lineola) sitting in typical posture on old pine (Pinus sp) log. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. July. Focus Stacked

Fly (Coenosia sp) resting on leaf, at dawn covered in heavy dew. Hertfordshire, England, UK. June. Focus Stacked

Female European hoverfly (Helophilus pendulus) pollinating Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) in flower, Belgium. August

Eastern bentwing / Eastern long fingered bat (Miniopterus orianae oceanensis) hibernating cluster in cave, one bat with bat fly (Hippoboscoidea) Girraween National Park, Queensland, Australia

Eastern long fingered bat (Miniopterus orianae oceanensis) roosting in a cluster on roof of a cave during day, a few ectoparasitic batflies (Hippoboscoidea) are visible, Girraween National Park

Tabanus aeneus Surcouf, horse fly
Plate 67 from a drawings collection of Oriental and African blood-sucking flies.. Watercolour and ink on paper, c.1906 by Grace Edwards (1875-1926). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1906

Common bee fly (Bombylius major) nectaring on a Greater periwinkle flower (Vinca major), Wiltshire garden, UK, April

Bee-fly (Bombylius sp) nectaring on Rock soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides), blue pollen on head. Alpes Maritimes, France. May

Marmalade hoverflies (Episyrphus balteatus), two feeding on pollen of Dwarf formosa lily (Lilium formosanum var. pricei). Surrey, England, UK. July

Common bee fly (Bombylius major) nectaring on Primrose (Primula vulgaris). This insect is the main pollinator of Primrose. In nature reserve, Surrey, England, UK, April

Narcissus fly (Merodon equestris) male nectaring on Rock rose (Cistus x hybridus) in garden, Surrey, England, UK

Marmalade hoverfly (Episyrphus balteatus) feeding on Golden apple (Lilium carniolicum) pollen, transfers pollen on body to other flowers. In high grassland, Mount Vournos, northern Greece

Phasia aurigera (Phasia aurigera), Hesse, Germany
animals, brachycera, flies, flying insects, phasia aurigera, pterygot, Wilfried Martin, 1183097664

Hoverfly (Helophilus pendulus) feeding on Hemp agrimony (Eupatorium cannabinum) Strumpshaw Fen, Norfolk, UK, September

RF- Flesh fly (Sarcophaga) portrait

Gauromydas heros
The worlds largest fly

Bumblebee Hoverfly (Temnostoma bombylans)

Large bee fly -Bombylius major- sucking nectar from an aubrieta -Aubrieta- Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Mayfly or Shadfly -Ephemeroptera-, Ummendorfer Ried nature reserve, Upper Swabia, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Yellow flowers of the Jerusalem Artichoke, Sunchoke or Topinambour -Helianthus tuberosus-

Hornet mimic hoverfly -Volucella zonaria-, female, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Asilidae, robber flies

Gasterophilus, horse botfly
The larva of the horse botfly (Gasterophilus) which upon hatching migrate internally where they grow and attach themselves to the stomach wall of horses. Photographed by Martin Hall

Two House Flies (Musca domestica), close up

Bluebottle Fly Maggots (Calliphora vomitoria), close up

Gauromydas heros
The worlds largest fly

Glossina morsitans morsitans, savanna tsetse fly
Plate 63 from a drawings collection of Oriental and African blood-sucking flies.. Watercolour and ink on paper, c.1906 by Grace Edwards (1875-1926). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1906

Philoliche angulata, horse fly
Plate 23 from a drawings collection of Oriental and African blood-sucking flies. Watercolour and ink on paper, c.1906 by Grace Edwards (1875-1926). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1906

Picture No. 11806894
Robber Fly Robber Fly (aka Assassin Fly) with Treehopper (Membracidae family) prey Klungkung Bali Indonesia Date:

Blue Bottle Fly, Calliphora vomitoria, overhead view

Fly (Phaonia spec. ) on wood, Germany, Europe
Fly (Phaonia spec.) on wood, Germany, Europe

Thick-headed Fly (Sicus ferrugineus)

Dance Fly (Empis tessellata)

Manx Robber Fly (Machimus sp. )
Manx Robber Fly (Machimus sp.)

Bee-fly (Bombyliidae) on Ladys Smock (Cardamine pratensis)

English plantain (Plantago lanceolata), blossom with a hover fly, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Hoverfly (Syrphidae) on a sunflower petal

Oxeye daisy(Leucanthemum vulgare) in the morning dew with fly

Common Yellow Dung Fly or Golden Dung Fly -Scatophaga stercoraria-, female

Fly Orchid -Ophrys insectifera-

Common Scorpion Fly -Panorpa communis-, male, Haren, Emsland region, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Violet black-legged robber fly -Dioctria atricapilla-, Haren, Emsland region, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

Greenbottle fly -Lucilia sp. -, Haren, Emsland region, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe
Greenbottle fly -Lucilia sp.-, Haren, Emsland region, Lower Saxony, Germany, Europe

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"Brachycera: A World of Fascinating Flies in Captivating Moments" Fly on a cactus in the botanical garden in Valencia, Spain, Europe: Witness the delicate balance between nature and beauty as a Brachycera fly perches gracefully on a cactus, showcasing its resilience amidst vibrant surroundings. Large bee-fly (Bombylius major) nectaring on Lungwort (Pulmonaria sp). In garden, Surrey: In the enchanting gardens of Surrey, England, behold the mesmerizing sight of a large bee-fly delicately sipping nectar from Lungwort flowers, creating an exquisite dance between insect and plant. California Gull (Larus californicus), foraging for alkali flies (Ephydra hians): Marvel at nature's intricate web as a California Gull swoops down to feast upon alkali flies along the shores of Valencia's salt lakes - an awe-inspiring display of predator-prey dynamics. RF- Flesh fly (Sarcophaga) portrait: Get up close and personal with this stunning flesh fly species as it poses for its portrait; every detail meticulously captured to showcase its unique patterns and iridescent colors. Great pied hoverfly (Volucella pellucens) feeding from bramble flower, Wiltshire, England, UK: Observe nature's pollination symphony unfold before your eyes as a great pied hoverfly indulges in sweet nectar from bramble flowers in Wiltshire's picturesque countryside. Small fleck-winged snipefly (Rhagio lineola) sitting in typical posture on old pine log. Discover hidden wonders within Buckinghamshire's woodlands as you encounter a small fleck-winged snipefly perched elegantly upon an aged pine log - truly capturing nature's artistry. Fly (Coenosia sp) resting on leaf, at dawn covered in heavy dew.