Hummingbird Hawkmoth - In flight feeding on Vipers Bugloss. Pyrenees, Southern Europe

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Hummingbird Hawkmoth - In flight feeding on Vipers Bugloss. Pyrenees, Southern Europe

RES-364
Hummingbird HAWK-MOTH - in flight, feeding on Vipers Bugloss
Pyrenees, Southern Europe
Macroglossum stellatarum
Distribution: Europe, Mediterranean, central Asia and Japan. Found in United Kingdom in summer months.
George Reszeter
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Agility Echium Vulgare Hawk Moth Hawk Moths Lepidoptera Moth Moths Pyrenees Vipers Bugloss

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Nature's Aerial Acrobat: RES-364, the Hummingbird Hawkmoth, steals the show in this breathtaking snapshot captured by George Reszeter. With its vibrant wings beating at lightning speed, this remarkable moth showcases its agility and finesse as it hovers mid-air while indulging in a delightful feast of nectar from Vipers Bugloss flowers. Intriguingly mistaken for an actual hummingbird due to its similar feeding behavior and swift movements, this European beauty effortlessly defies gravity with every graceful flap of its wings. Its flight is nothing short of a mesmerizing dance that leaves us all in awe. The Pyrenees Mountains provide the perfect backdrop for this enchanting encounter between nature's smallest marvels. The delicate petals of Echium Vulgare (Vipers Bugloss) serve as a delectable treat for our airborne protagonist, creating a harmonious symphony between insect and plant. George Reszeter's keen eye has immortalized this extraordinary moment where time stands still. Through his lens, we are transported into a world where moths become majestic creatures capable of captivating our hearts with their elegance and charm. So let RES-364 be your guide into the magical realm of wildlife photography; witness the sheer beauty that unfolds when artistry meets nature’s wonders.

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