Snowberry Clearwing Moth by Digitaleagle

Photography • Macro • posted on Sep 03, 2007

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Description

I found this moth among bumble bees feeding on nectar, they use there likeness of bumble bees as a defense but there movements are more like a hummingbird than a bee. That’s what caught my attention, don’t believe I’ve ever seen one before or if I have assumed it was a bee and stayed clear, LOL. Its funny what a camera will make you do and the thing’s you suddenly see that you’ve never noticed before. Hope all as had a great and safe holiday. Thanks for viewing and for your comments.

Comments (12)

rocio-de-miel

8:47PM | Mon, 03 September 2007

You're right! we can find amazing things in a shot we've never seen before. This moth is beautiful and your capture,incredible!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

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nongo

8:49PM | Mon, 03 September 2007

Super cool catch!!! excellent macro!!!!!

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Leeco

9:40PM | Mon, 03 September 2007

Great shot of a neat critter. I have seen Hummingbird Moths and thought they were pretty amazing but this species is way cool, lol. Very nice composition and wonderful colors add to the already fine image. Thanks for sharing. Lee

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cameraobscura2

9:41PM | Mon, 03 September 2007

This type of moth spieces certainly does look like hummingbirds. We also have one of a different speices in our area but they are nocturnal, making your discovery an exception. Thank you for sharing. egmont

thevolunteer

9:58PM | Mon, 03 September 2007

Great shot. I never saw one of these either. What a terrific find. Great macro. Aloha

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