I was out watering some flowers when I thought I noticed a rather large wasp darting among the flowers. Finally saw it for what it was and ran in and grabbed my camera and without checking settings I just started shooting away! I usually see these at least once a year so I didn't want to miss a chance to catch a picture of one. I should have laid down flat on the ground but it kept darting among the flowers so I needed to be mobile! These are two of the better shots. I like the first because it shows the furry back and the second one shows the head better. I'll keep my eyes open for another opportunity as I would love to grab one at a higher SS and approaching a flower rather than in it!! Canon T3i, Canon 60mm macro, HH, AF, ISO 800, 1/1000, f/11. Early morning sun at my back, clear skies. Did some cloning of OOF flowers but little else. Their wings never stop and they are rapid!!
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