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The Hummingbird Moth #2
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I spotted this Clearwing Hummingbird Moth at my neighbors.

Here is a bit of info on them: Hemaris thysbe, commonly known as the hummingbird clearwing, is a moth of the Sphingidae (hawkmoth) family. Coloration varies between individuals, but typically the moth is olive green and burgundy on its back, and white or yellow and burgundy on the underside. Its wings are transparent with a reddish brown border. It has light colored legs, which combined with the lack of striping on the underside is diagnostic. Beating its wings rapidly, H. thysbe hovers to collect nectar from a variety of flowers. The combination of its appearance and its behavior commonly leads to it being confused with a hummingbird or bumblebee.

Canon 40D with the canon 70-300IS USM lens was used.

Tomorrow I'm leaving very early to go to Grand Haven, Michigan with some friends, so I won't be posting tomorrow, and will catch up on my comments when I get back. Grand Haven borders lake Michigan, and I hope to bring back some decent pictures.

Have a nice day, and thank you for your comments.

tigs=^..^=

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::Jimbobedsel
08/10/15 1:57 PM GMT
You lucky lady! I would love to go to Grand Haven to get some shots of that lighthouse they have. I hope you get some good shots of it. ...This is another gorgeous nature shot, Sandi. Excellent work.
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.susanlynn
08/10/15 2:46 PM GMT
Good clear close up of the hummingbird moth, Sandi, and great info also.
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Life is a Constant Audition
.GIGIBL
08/10/15 2:46 PM GMT
Excellent close-up well captured.
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::Ramad
08/10/15 3:43 PM GMT
A nice and clear shot of this moth which we don't see here at all. Good colours and details in this shot Sandi.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
::icedancer
08/10/15 4:18 PM GMT
Brilliant close up and of this fellow, they sure look big, never have seen one myself. Fantastic colour, lighting & detail. You sure are getting Spectacular shots, plus thanks for that wonderful info

Have fun girlfriend and get home safely.
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VIEWED IN FULL
.carlosf_m
08/10/15 5:45 PM GMT
Excellent details and colors, great shot!!!
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.gizmo1
08/10/15 5:46 PM GMT
Stunning photo of one of my favourite mouths and Sandi we get them in the UK but down south like Cornwall.The detail again is superb along with the colours and compstion Sandi.! These mouth are amazing to see and in day time too.
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::trixxie17
08/10/15 7:16 PM GMT
Excellent detailed capture Sandi - I've been to Grand Haven several times seems to me I remember a light show to music or something like that.
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. . . "What a desolate place would be a world without a flower! It would be a face without a smile, a feast without a welcome." A.J. Balfour
::mirto56
08/10/15 7:51 PM GMT
Super macro photography, Sandi. Safe travels tomorrow!
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Smile, without a reason why. Love, as if you were a child, Smile, no matter what they tell you Don't listen to a word they say Cause life is beautiful that way. (From the film "Life Is Beautiful")
::Constance52347
08/10/15 7:57 PM GMT
That lens is doing a great job...spectacular macro!
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.heidlerr
08/11/15 6:45 PM GMT
Great capture of these fast moving little guys. A sharp clear and uncluttered composition. Super image.
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.efeozazar
08/14/15 10:27 AM GMT
This one is a great macro shot Tigz. Great timing and focus. Loved it!
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.Eubeen
08/24/15 2:00 AM GMT
I can't find a moth or a hummingbird to pose for me let alone a combo creature of the two. A wonderful close up on the moth, Sandi. Lovely colours and lighting and a great DoF in the photo.
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