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Attacus atlas
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Attacus atlas (or "Atlas" or "Atlas Moth") is a butterfly belonging to the family Saturniidae.

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::Ramad
04/27/14 6:45 AM GMT
I have also photos of this moth Christian. It is the largest of all moths and butterflies. Lovely and clear shot.
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::Dunstickin
04/27/14 7:13 AM GMT
That's a cracker of a macro Christian!...super photgraphy
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.koca
04/27/14 7:35 AM GMT
Impressive and elegant, great close up, Christian.
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::mirto56
04/27/14 7:41 AM GMT
Beautiful macro Christian. Love the wing markings.
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.mesmerized
04/27/14 7:49 AM GMT
Beautiful specimen and interesting how a portion of the markings mimic the leaves...great shot, Christian.
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.owldgirl
04/27/14 8:24 AM GMT
What a beauty!!!
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::corngrowth
04/27/14 9:20 AM GMT
Christian, I think that this one has been taken in a butterfly garden. I would be frightened to death when this giant was flying around my head in the open nature at night, lol.

Excellent macro of this giant moth.

Regards, Cornelius.

PS: Wiki info: Atlas moths are considered the largest moths in the world in terms of total wing surface area, reaching upwards of c. 400 cm2 (62 sq in). Their wingspans are also amongst the largest, reaching over 25 cm (10 in). Females are appreciably larger and heavier.
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.GIGIBL
04/27/14 11:25 AM GMT
Great shot of this lovely butterflies,Well done Christian.
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.picardroe
04/27/14 11:59 AM GMT
First time I see one like this, Well captured Christian.
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::tigger3
04/27/14 1:08 PM GMT
Fantastic close up capture Christian. Tigs♥ =^..^=
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::Marzena
04/27/14 1:46 PM GMT
I even get scared by the regular small ones ! :)
This one would mean death of heart attack to me - hence the name of the moth LOL
Fantastic macro, Christian, and perfect composition.
SAM & SAAB
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.snapshooter87
04/27/14 2:00 PM GMT
Beautiful shot, Christian... and well presented.
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.Starglow
04/27/14 2:29 PM GMT
WOW! That is a awesome shot and a beautiful specimen.
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.Jimbobedsel
04/27/14 2:49 PM GMT
That's a beauty of a shot, Christian. Superb clarity and color.
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::trixxie17
04/27/14 3:13 PM GMT
Outstanding in all respects Christian!!
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::LakeMichigan
04/27/14 4:44 PM GMT
Excellent shot , Christian .
Beautiful markings and colors .
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