Sunday, May 11, 2008

Hummingbird Clear-Wing Moth, A Sharper View



Earlier I posted a shot of the Hummingbird Moth showing its long proboscis curled up in the flight position. I chose that shot to show the proboscis even though the shot lacked the crisp sharpness that I would have preferred.

Today I share with you the very best shot I obtained in this session. I am particularly fond of this shot because of both excellent subject sharpness & detail along with the beautiful background provided by the lilac bush.
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12 comments:

  1. TomMon May 12, 05:57:00 AM EDT

    Wow Salty..
    What a catch this is.... I agree with all you say about this it really is a stunner.. I would love to see these close up and personal..

    Tom

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  2. This Is My Blog - fishing guyMon May 12, 08:14:00 AM EDT

    Salty: Spectacular shot, You are a special guy behind the lens.

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  3. DeeMomMon May 12, 09:02:00 AM EDT

    Awesome Salty, totally Awesome shot

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  4. Stacey OlsonMon May 12, 12:41:00 PM EDT

    Salty, this is a great shot. I see why you are so fond of it.. Love the contrast of the lilac and the moth.. thanks so much..

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  5. Jack and JoannMon May 12, 01:34:00 PM EDT

    Salty, thanks for posting this photo. I never new what these things were but I just knew that they could not be hummingbirds. We have them here in VA.

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  6. photowannabeMon May 12, 04:50:00 PM EDT

    They certainly look like a hummingbird. Great shot. I don't think I have seen one of these before. Its great to learn so many new things from the blogs.

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  7. AnonymousMon May 12, 11:45:00 PM EDT

    This is a stunning photograph. It's amazing that you captured it so sharply. I know how fast and difficult to photograph they are. Great shot!

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  8. MeggieTue May 13, 11:32:00 PM EDT

    I've seen quite a few of these little guys around my place but never knew what they were called. Now I know. Once again, Salty, thanks for the info...you are quite a teacher!

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  9. AshleyFri May 16, 02:28:00 PM EDT

    Your photos are utterly amazing! You keep me inspired!

    I am finally back to blogging and did a new post on Vietnam you might find interesting!

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  10. Texas TravelersSat May 17, 07:58:00 PM EDT

    This is a great photo. I have about 1000 blurred ones and maybe 2 or 3 respectable ones. They are hard.

    Well done.

    Come visit my critters,
    Troy

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  11. KaySat May 17, 09:11:00 PM EDT

    Totally incredible photo! I am in awe.

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  12. Pat - ArkansasFri May 23, 02:52:00 PM EDT

    That's a beauty! Great capture! You have every reason to be pleased with this photo.

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Thanks again
Coy