Sunday, June 21, 2015

A Clearwing Hummingbird Moth

The 'clearwing' significance of its name is emphasized in these photos of a Clearwing Hummingbird Moth   that was seen feeding on a yellow Devil's Paintbrush.  The Transparency of the Moth's wings allowed the  beautiful yellow of this wildflower to show through as you can see by the pictures included below.
 I think this little moth is delightful and such a pleasure to look at!

 Have a wonderful rainy, Father's Day everyone!
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3 comments:

  1. eileeninmd8:26 AM

    Good morning, Awesome sighting of the Clearwing! They are beautiful. Great shots. Have a happy day and new week ahead!

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  2. Pamela Gordon7:24 PM

    Beautiful shots! I captured one recently too at the Lobelia and didn't realize it had clear wings. When I went back to the photos I can see the blue through the wings. I've never captured one up close before as they move so fast.

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  3. Ruth Hiebert11:14 PM

    Great shots of this little cutie.

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