Hummingbird Moth
by Donna Kennedy
Title
Hummingbird Moth
Artist
Donna Kennedy
Medium
Photograph - Photographs
Description
Original Fine Art Photography by Donna Kennedy...
The White-lined sphinx (Hyles lineata) is a moth of the Sphingidae family. Its range extends from Central America, through the United States and into parts of Canada.
The fore wing is dark brown with a tan stripe which extends from the base to the apex. There are also white lines that cover the veins. The black hind wing has a broad pink median band. It has a wingspan of 2 to 3 inches. The White-lined sphinx may be encountered from April to October.
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May 10th, 2013
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Dawn Currie
Donna, Congratulations on your feature in our group, Pure Nature Photography - celebrating the best of our natural world!
Brian Tada
Absolutely amazing and stunning in-flight capture, Donna! I love how this unique and beautiful insect combines my love of hummingbirds and moths/butterflies. The details, lighting, colors and composition are spot-on. Outstanding photography, truly a joy to behold! F/L
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #3 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist. http://fineartamerica.com/groups/1000-views-on-1-image.html?showmessage=true&messageid=3007290
Bruce Bley
What a great capture, Donna. You have to be quick to get a shot like this. Well done!! F/L
Andrew James
Beautiful capture Donna I have watched these many times and you do need to be quick. LF
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