It is a hoverfly Maurice and indeed a hornet mimic but harmless. I think it is Volucella Zonaria but I am not an expert.

Beautiful details .. of all ~

Beautiful details and colours, Maurice.

Maeluk has the ID spot on Maurice..........and this is a cracking shot of one. They seem to love Buddleia bushes!

Beautiful close-up; lovely colours and details.
Happy week ahead.

A very lovely macro with a great bokeh, Maurice !

A fabulous macro Maurice, great colours and terrific detail.

Such beautiful detail on this colorful overfly, Maurice! The focus is just perfect.

So schön, Maurice.

Wow, Maurice, what a fantastic close up capture here! that does seem to be a Hornet on that lovely plant, what an awesome job you did here, Maurice. Hope you are safe and well.
Best wishes, Sarah

A superb macro shot Maurice. Lovely sharp detail and attractive colours. Beautifully captured.

I hope you are doing well

Amazing detail and a superb shot Maurice.

That’s a gud un Maurice. Yes, we see these in our garden too. A fine macro as said above. Well done,

Good luck in the health department. Herb