Rosy Maple Moth


Posted by NC39 on Tue May 26, 2015 10:55 pm

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At first glance one would think this moths colors are for mating or warning but in fact they are a form of camouflage. Here you can see this in action as the moth rests upon a bed of maple seeds. Hope you enjoy!

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by Matthew Pugh on Wed May 27, 2015 2:00 am
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Hi

A wonderful shot - I love it

A cracking find and a nicely composed image


All the best
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by SMB on Wed May 27, 2015 8:25 am
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Nice find and wonderful composition. Would make a great jig-saw puzzle!
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by WOlf38 on Wed May 27, 2015 8:43 am
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Very nice and interresting image!
A great find!
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by NC39 on Wed May 27, 2015 9:55 am
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Matthew Pugh wrote:Hi

A wonderful shot - I love it

A cracking find and a nicely composed image


All the best
Matthew
Thanks Matthew!
 

by NC39 on Wed May 27, 2015 9:56 am
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SMB wrote:Nice find and wonderful composition. Would make a great jig-saw puzzle!
Wow! Nice comment! Thanks!
 

by NC39 on Wed May 27, 2015 9:56 am
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WOlf38 wrote:Very nice and interresting image!
A great find!
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Thanks appreciate your interest in it!
 

by NC39 on Wed May 27, 2015 10:01 am
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Thanks for the editors pick! It is a great honor! :) :)
 

by rajandesai on Wed May 27, 2015 1:40 pm
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Wow! That is such a treat. Lovely find and shot. congrats.
 

by Carol Clarke on Wed May 27, 2015 5:20 pm
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What a superb image! Love it.
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by Tom Whelan on Wed May 27, 2015 9:25 pm
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An excellent composition - a perfect setting for a beautiful moth.
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by wtracyparnell on Thu May 28, 2015 9:04 am
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Well spotted, congrats on the EP!
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by sayhitoant on Sat May 30, 2015 4:04 am
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Wow! master of camouflage! Excellent image!
 

by kevinfeenstra on Sat May 30, 2015 9:57 pm
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Congrats on EP--great combination of color, detail, and texture.
 

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