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    Default Ruby-tailed Wasp / Jewel Wasp

    Apparently these are one of those that can require close study to know exactly which, so I won't bother with a Latin name. Mind you, it was a lively little thing that kept flying away from the bush to another and then back again so I'm lucky to have caught it.

    So, having spotted it earlier in the day whilst IDing other insects, and thinking "How pretty, I'd love to see one!", I was gobsmacked to see one in real life not half an hour after I'd finish the IDing. Of course, I couldn't remember what it was other than a Wasp and had to spend another 50 mins searching for it!! I hate getting old
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    My goodness that's a little beauty, wonderful colours.
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    It's pretty small, but you can't miss it when the sun catches it - a real stunner.

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    Amazing insect, Louise, and such good close-ups too!

    (And you're not really getting old - well, not REALLY old anyway!)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Catherine View Post
    (And you're not really getting old - well, not REALLY old anyway!)
    Tell that to my mirror and my drugs cabinet

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