Muscomorpha Collection

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

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

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

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

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

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

RF- Flesh fly (Sarcophaga) portrait

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Muscomorpha, a diverse group of flies, captivate us with their fascinating behaviors and interactions in the natural world. From the majestic California Gull foraging for alkali flies to the intricate portrait of the RF-Flesh fly, these creatures never fail to amaze. In Wiltshire, England, we witness the Great pied hoverfly delicately feeding from a bramble flower in July. Its vibrant presence adds beauty to its surroundings. Meanwhile, a Coenosia sp fly rests on a leaf covered in heavy dew at dawn in Hertfordshire, England. The ethereal scene showcases nature's resilience and adaptability. The female European hoverfly diligently pollinates Tansy flowers, highlighting their crucial role as important pollinators. In Australia's eastern regions dwells the Eastern bentwing bat - an enchanting creature that gracefully glides through night skies. Marmalade hoverflies find nourishment amidst Dwarf formosa lilies' pollen while Narcissus flies indulge themselves on Rock rose nectar in gardens across various locations. These tiny insects play vital roles within ecosystems by aiding plant reproduction and maintaining biodiversity. Hoverflies continue to impress as they feed on Golden apple pollen or Hemp agrimony nectar at Strumpshaw Fen. Their delicate wings flutter effortlessly as they fulfill their ecological duties. Through these captivating images and encounters with Muscomorpha species like RF-Flesh flies and Helophilus pendulus hoverflies, we gain insight into the intricacies of nature's tapestry.