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Black Butterfly

Black Butterfly

What can I say...I love butterflies.

What can I say...I love butterflies.
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NIKON D3100

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Aperture f/10 ISO 400 Shutter 1/320 Focal Length 3000/10

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Jun, 2016

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Top Shot Award 21

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Nice capture, but I believe this is a pipevine swallowtail.

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Thank you, Mr. Fox. I will amend the title from Black Swallowtail Butterfly to Black Butterfly. Years ago when I asked about this kind, I was told swallowtail. Appreciate the input!

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Thank you. I will find it. Have a wonderful and blessed day.

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This is beautiful! So crystal clear!

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Thank you! May your day be blessed!

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