Episyrphus balteatus (Hoverfly)

Sometimes called the marmalade hoverfly, it is a relatively small hoverfly (9–12 mm) of the Syrphidae family, and is widespread throughout Europe. They can be found throughout the year in various habitats, including urban gardens, visiting flowers for pollen and nectar. The fact that it can be seen in most months of the year is no doubt in part due to it hibernating through the winter but emerging on warmer days.
Interestingly this picture was taken using a 1995 Canon EF 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 with a step down ring to an even older Hoya +4 Close-up Filter.
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