Photographer's Note
The Hummingbird Hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a species of hawk moth with a long proboscis, and regularly hovers, making an audible humming noise. These two features make it look remarkably like a hummingbird when it feeds on flowers, a result of convergent evolution. It flies during the day, especially in bright sunshine, but also at dusk, dawn, and even in the rain, which is unusual for even diurnal hawkmoths. Its visual abilities have been much studied, and it has been shown to have a relatively good ability to learn colours.
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leo61
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(0) 2008-08-30 22:34
Hi Philip!
In the park of the clinic where I`m working I can watch them every year,and I`m allways fscinated by their speed.
Great macroshot with perfect sharpness at the insect and the nice blossom.The purple tones are wonderful and I like the contrast with this nice blurred background.
Regards,Leo
jusninasirun
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(17529) 2008-08-30 22:36
Hello Philip. Stunning shot of the moth with sharp focus on the flower. Well managed macro in muting the background. Well framed and well done. Best regards. Jusni
besnard
(59196) 2008-08-30 22:40
Bonjour Philip
Une superbe macro bien réalisée avec une grande netteté sur un flou artistique et de belles couleurs.
Merci pour le partage et bon dimanche.
Nicole
robertosalguero
(292) 2008-08-30 23:01
Hi Philip,
Interesting note regarding this insect. I like the image because is sharp and colourful. Details are easily spotted and the combination of tones add to create a more natural scene. Good work Phil :-)
Roberto
SteveH
(8220) 2008-08-30 23:08
Hi Philip, great composition, with the flower facing into the centre and the moth providing a great focal point. great sharpness where you need it, on the insect and attractive bokeh. cheers, Steve
bracasha75
(24591) 2008-08-31 0:19
Helo Philip
Beautiful shot and excellent choise for this angle
Excellent colors and light
TFS
Cheers,Braca
carper
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(96) 2008-08-31 0:32
when I see this It remember me on my holydays of the Island La Palma. There where those fellows too. I was hunting after then but had no luck at all they are so quick. I like your try my friend. the capture is not perfect but you made a good photo of it and thats also important, good photojob, have a nice sundy Philip.
regard Jaap
Valerka
(8171) 2008-08-31 1:37
Zdrasti, Philio,
Veselo macro kato proshtavane s letnija sezon:),no toi mai shte produlzhi i prez septemvri.
TFS
Valerka:)
ellelloo
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(6572) 2008-08-31 2:07
Hello Philip,
An attractive macro shot! Very beautiful colours and good framing. TFS.
Have a nice Sunday,
Lasse
velocista
(897) 2008-08-31 2:35
Olá Philip,
This is an awesome photo! i like it for the composition, colours and sharpness! we can even see the long proboscis of this moth!! very good note also! I would add that in portugal this flower is used in the production of cheese in Serra da Estrela because of a kind of proteíns that they have, cardosins.
congratulations
pedro
jimkilgallon
(0) 2008-08-31 2:39
Hi Phil
Excellent nature shot, the colours, macro effect and composition is superb. Excellent detail throughout, with the Hawk-moth showing nature at one of its best.
Regards
Jim
izmirli
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(3989) 2008-08-31 8:40
merhaba dear philip
excellent timing and macro picture.excellent lovely colours and composition.well done.
best regards.
gürkan akçakır.
lucasgalodoido
(27698) 2008-09-01 17:21
Hi Philip,
impressive view, with great colors capture and sharpen. The insect presence made it perfect.
Congratulations and Hug
JCG
(35153) 2008-09-04 0:30
Hi Philip,
It is called also the Sphinx, the garden of my parents in Brittany is also visited every summer by this kind of butterfly. I tried to photograph it but that moves so much !!! Beautiful macro on this insect. I like much qualities of the image and contrast with the background. Philip cheer. I put in WS the photograph that I took and I note that it seems to be attracted color consequently.
With all my friendships and a very good day,
Jean-Charles
kiks
(12805) 2008-09-04 2:55
I love the clearness and colors of this macro. Impressive DOF and good choice of composition with the flower on one side.
Best regards
KIKs
albertz
(2468) 2008-09-06 20:07
The quality and sharpness is superb, it's an excellent macro shot, good to see other flavors in your portfolio..Well done.
jafadabret
(56501) 2008-11-23 7:49
Bonjour Philip.
Cette photo du MoroSpinx j'aurais aimé la faire. Ce papillon est fascinant quand il pratique son vol sur place pour butiner. La composition et les couleurs sont excellentes.
Amicalement,
Jacques
