A leaf of a different kind........ by Onslow

Photography • Creatures • posted on Apr 08, 2007

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Description

A break from the spring flowers. I spotted this butty when I was out today to shoot more flower images. It is a Brimstone butterfly - one of the first species to be seen here in the UK, it hibernates during the winter months. This is female laying eggs on thorn bushes. Many thanks for viewing and comments Richard. This is my celebration of Easter and best wishes to you all - a rejoicing in the bio diveristy, and incredible beauty that nature can offer to those who have the eyes to see it.

Comments (29)

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rangeriderrichard

2:42PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

It's a fantastic creature. Thanks for the great view.

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ultimatemale

2:43PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

wow, i have never seen anything like this in my life. congrates on this wonderful find.

BibbyBear

2:45PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

What a great shot - I'd have walked past this little beauty thinking it was just a leaf!!! You've obviously got a good eye for this sort of thing. Excellent clarity, DOF and lighting. Thanks for sharing. xx

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rainbows

2:50PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Incredible little creature, Richard. Can honestly say I have never seen it until now. Superb shot and beautiful presentation. Hugs. Di.

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nongo

2:50PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

What perfect camouflage this butty has!!!!!! Good eye & excellent catch!!!!!

vlaaitje

2:57PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

wow, what a supershot...looks really like a leaf

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Laelia

3:03PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Delicate great close up, Richard q:)

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nattarious

3:10PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Oooppss!! FULL VIEW PEOPLE!!! Just Full VIEW!!! I am speechless now Richard!! And i totally agree with Chrissy!! Very well done my friend.. And thank you for the share JOE

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Richardphotos

3:14PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

this has to be the very best capture of one of these leaf butterflies I have had the privilege of seeing. the focus and detail is beyond compare

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Lucie

3:25PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Oh my! What a wonderful shot! They sure have a good camouflage hey?

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babuci

4:55PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

So much resembling of a real leaf...an excelent shot!

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odie

6:29PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Incredible camouflage this butty has. Very interesting and great shot!

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sharky_

10:10PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

If it wasn't for those antennas, I would have thought it was a leaf. Excellent find. Aloha

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auntietk

11:22PM | Sun, 08 April 2007

Well seen, and well shot! Thanks for sharing this with us - it's pretty incredible!

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Margana

12:43AM | Mon, 09 April 2007

She must be quite tasty to disguise herself so,lol...Great capture, Richard. Love the lighting...:^)

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short_ribs

3:48AM | Mon, 09 April 2007

LOL at Margana's comment :P Awesome shot buddy and an incredible butty this is! Probably the monitor I'm using but find this a tad dark other than that a superb photo here! Hope you're keeping well there! #;0)

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