Nectar feeding Horse fly (Pangonius funebris) on Milk thistle (Carduus marianus), Lesbos, Greece
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Nectar feeding Horse fly (Pangonius funebris) on Milk thistle (Carduus marianus), Lesbos, Greece
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 7894817
© Nick Upton
Animal Theme Arthropod Arthropoda Arthropods Day Time Feeding Flower Head Greek Insect Insecta Insects Invertebrate Lesbos Purple Wild Flower Wing Animal Portrait Milk Thistle Nectar
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment of nature's beauty in Lesbos, Greece. In the frame, we see a striking Nectar feeding Horse fly (Pangonius funebris) delicately perched on a vibrant Milk thistle (Carduus marianus). The horse fly's iridescent wings shimmer under the warm Greek sunlight, adding to the enchantment of this scene. The composition showcases the intricate details of both the insect and flower. The close-up shot allows us to appreciate every fine line and color variation on the horse fly's body, while also revealing the delicate purple petals and prickly texture of the milk thistle. It is fascinating to witness this tiny arthropod indulging in its natural behavior - nectar feeding. As it delicately extracts nectar from within the milk thistle's flower head, we are reminded of how interconnected all living beings are in their reliance on nature's offerings. Photographers Nick Upton and Robert Harding have masterfully captured this moment in time. Their skillful use of focus highlights not only the foreground subject but also emphasizes its importance against a blurred background. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst our busy lives, there is always room for appreciation and awe when we take a closer look at our surroundings. It invites us to explore Greece's wild landscapes and marvel at its diverse wildlife up close.
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