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Hummingbird Hawk-moth, in flight with extended proboscis feeding on common verbana flower in garden, Hessen, Germany
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Hummingbird Hawk-moth, in flight with extended proboscis feeding on common verbana flower in garden, Hessen, Germany
Hummingbird Hawk-moth, in flight with extended proboscis feeding on common verbana flower in garden, Hessen, Germany Date: 20-Sep-19
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Nature's Tiny Acrobat - The Hummingbird Hawk-moth Takes Center Stage in Germany!
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. In this snapshot, we witness the incredible agility and grace of the Hummingbird Hawk-moth as it hovers mid-air, its delicate wings beating at a rapid pace. With its extended proboscis delicately sipping nectar from a vibrant common verbana flower, this tiny acrobat showcases nature's remarkable beauty. Taken in Hessen, Germany on September 20th, this photograph captures the essence of European wildlife at its finest. The blurred background adds an artistic touch to the image, emphasizing the moth's mesmerizing flight pattern. The Hummingbird Hawk-moth is truly a marvel of evolution. Its ability to hover effortlessly while feeding resembles that of a hummingbird - hence its name! This insect belongs to the Lepidoptera family and goes by its scientific name Macroglossum stellatarum. As we admire this single moment frozen in time, let us appreciate not only the intricate details of this enchanting creature but also how it contributes to our ecosystem. By pollinating various plants and flowers like balsams and common verbanas, these moths play an essential role in maintaining biodiversity. So next time you spot a blur of wings near your garden blooms or catch sight of an elusive visitor with an extended proboscis gracefully hovering mid-air – remember that it might just be one of Mother Nature's own aerial performers: The Hummingbird Hawk-moth
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