08 by Leeco

Photography • Insects • posted on Oct 23, 2008

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Nikon 7900 pocket camera, hand-held image. I am a big fan of this species because they seem to actually like being near people. Apparently this is a well established behavior and has been commented about by many people. I have had encounters with 2 different individuals this year and both encounters were a result of their decisions and not mine, lol. Earlier this year one of these Butterflies flew across my pond and landed on my hand. I managed to get some shots which I posted here at RR. On this occasion, I once again had a similar experience and once again I managed to get a few more shots. This shot was one of those but was taken after the initial contact. I will post another tomorrow. Thanks to those who take the time to comment. Lee

Comments (14)

MrsLubner

12:31AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

This is a soft colored shot with great appeal. The markings are excellent and I find its friendly behavior very novel!

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flora-crassella

1:43AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

f a n t a s t i c macro!!! Wonderful butterfly...

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durleybeachbum

2:49AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

A most beautiful photo. The Comma butterflies here often land on the dogs or me, one of my best pics is of one on my shoulder!

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Alz2008

3:11AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Wonderful capture and detail, Excellent well done..

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GBCalls

3:35AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Another super capture Lee. Excellent in many ways. Looking forward to more.

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praep

3:49AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Great macro - I love the eyes of those butterflies.

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DAVER2112

6:53AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Beautiful capture!!!!!

PD154

6:54AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Excellent and fine work Lee, great DOF!

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zmarek

7:29AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

Beautiful!

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skyla824

8:48AM | Thu, 23 October 2008

awesome butterfly.. you are one lucky guy or do you have a jar full of honey in your pocket... lol you have great luck in any case.. looking forward to your posting for tomorrow.. steve

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