
-Christopher Fry
Martha's A-Z Photo Challenge continues! We are now on the the letter "C." Yesterday, I visited the Conservatory of Flowers Butterfly Zone, and to my delight I was treated to yet another new challenge, the Cecropia Moth. Isn't she beautiful?! To my delight, not only did I get to photograph this beautiful creature, but the little round balls you see next to her along the walls are her eggs! :) That was the first time I have been able to photograph butterfly or moth eggs.
The Cecropia moth is one of the largest moths in North America, with a wingspan of 6 inches. I was hoping she would open her wings just once, but no luck, she is a moth after all, and therefore most active at night. Maybe next month when the conservatory begins offering the night time safaris I will be able to capture one with it's wings open. It's a sure bet I will try. :)
I am lovin' this challenge. You should play along too! Thanks Martha! :)
-OndineMonet
Cecropia Moth (Hyalophora cecropia)
Conservatory of Flowers
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, California
April 17th, 2008
Afternoon
This is beautiful Carly! It's so neat that you got the eggs too. I can't wait to see what you get on a night safari!
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying doing this challenge too -- leaves lots of room for for individuality and creativity :-)
You did really good with this Carly! Beautiful!
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What a cool moth! :) I love him!
ReplyDeletethis is beautiful...and the clarity is great!!! just wonderful subject for 'c'.
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