Greenbottles and Bluebottles

The mild weather here in the midlands this autumn and winter has meant greater insect activity than would normally be expected. Only a few days ago I saw a Bluebottle fly and Greenbottles were also still around until fairly recently. These images are probably my last insect images to be taken this year.

Although I don't think either of these species would win any popularity contests, the Greenbottles in particular are actually quite attractive close-up. Or maybe it's just me...!

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Canon 60D with MPE-65mm macro lens and diffused MT-24 flash, f13, 1/160, ISO 100

Canon 60D with MPE-65mm macro lens and diffused MT-24 flash, f13, 1/160, ISO 100

Canon 7D with MPE-65mm macro lens and diffused MT-24 flash, f11, 1/160, ISO 100

Canon 7D with MPE-65mm macro lens and diffused MT-24 flash, f11, 1/160, ISO 100