The Jersey Tiger moth may call itself a VIM ('Very Important Moth): it is one of the few moths that is protected at European level.
When resting, th...
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The Jersey Tiger moth may call itself a VIM ('Very Important Moth): it is one of the few moths that is protected at European level.
When resting, the almost black fore wings with white-cream-colored stripes stand out.
When the butterfly is active, it shows its strikingly colored rear wings. They are orange with dark spots.
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When resting, the almost black fore wings with white-cream-colored stripes stand out.
When the butterfly is active, it shows its strikingly colored rear wings. They are orange with dark spots.
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NatureLoverJJWal
August 25, 2020
We have a lot of thistle in our place maybe I can replant then near the lake.
Calidaphotography
Apr 27
Thank you for participating in my upsidedown challenge. A well-deserved people's choice!
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Location
The photo was taken near Burgbrohl in Germany, during one of our hikes.Time
It was in the late afternoon and the moths started to be active.Lighting
The sun was standing low in the sky, which caused long shadows and indirect light on the subject.Equipment
My Canon EOS RP with a Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 lens.Inspiration
The beauty of insects always will be something to inspire me.Editing
Just some croppingIn my camera bag
My mirrorless Canon EOS RP, and pocket camera Canon Powershot SX720 HS, and spare batteries.Feedback
Go out and find nature.