This Silver-spotted Skipper was gracious enough to anoint the lupine for me and my camera on July 16th at the local arboretum. Am I the only one that sees frightened/sad faces in some of the blooms?
Monday, July 21, 2014
Silver-spotted Skipper
Alas, the plans to see the Wood Storks was axed. After some back and forth discussions, we finally decided that the threat of rain was too great to take a chance with our camera gear. Too bad we missed it because the local news was there to cover the story. The article can be found here. Our birding instructor, Jane Patterson, was the star of the interview, and I thought she did a fabulous job.
This Silver-spotted Skipper was gracious enough to anoint the lupine for me and my camera on July 16th at the local arboretum. Am I the only one that sees frightened/sad faces in some of the blooms?
This Silver-spotted Skipper was gracious enough to anoint the lupine for me and my camera on July 16th at the local arboretum. Am I the only one that sees frightened/sad faces in some of the blooms?
I see the faces. We humans have quite a capacity to see shapes and patterns where none really exist. I do it all of the time with clouds.
ReplyDeleteOh I love Anvilcloud's comment.
ReplyDeleteI also love all your beautiful photos Gail. Have a nice week. Hug B
In German we call this butterfly 'Komma-Dickkopffalter', literally translated into: 'comma thick-headed butterfly"...
ReplyDeleteIf I were a little blossom, I would be frightened of that huge moth inserting its mighty proboscis between my stamens... ;-)
I learn so much about the wildlife in your area that I am very thankful you show it so well! The video with rain told me you made a good decision not to attend the wood stork trip but the video was very instructive. Thank you. The photos of the skipper doing what skippers do are very impressive and beautiful!
ReplyDeletelove those eyeballs. gorgeous moth. i am guessing that is a type of moth? ( :
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you 'dipped' out on the Wood Stork event as it looks like a FAB place to go birding.
ReplyDeleteSuper images of the Skipper ... I'll be heading out on another foray to find our version over the next 2 weeks.
Beautiful series of photos of this butterfly, Gail.
ReplyDeleteI also see sad faces in the flowers.
Beautiful video too, although I do not understand the language.
the skippers are so cute. you're right about the faces! :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous macros, and I DO see little faces!
ReplyDeleteThey do look a little sad, but shouldn't they be happy to be part of the trail of life.
ReplyDeleteThe butterfly can hide no secrets from you anymore.
ReplyDeleteI do! And, wonder how many of us would have seen them without you pointing this out. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a happy day!
Wonderful series of the Skipper!
ReplyDeleteAll those flowers look happy to me. How could they not be happy they're so beautiful? I'm the same way. :)
Gail wat zat je daar bovenop.
ReplyDeletesuch a crime to hear only a couple thousand wood storks nest in the US. Now when I see one down here, I'll appreciate the experience that much more. They are need birds to come across.
ReplyDeleteFantastic photos of this handsome butterfly! We've had some of these hanging around our yard this year. I've probably seen them in the past but just was able to identify them this year.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous captures. Those faces are trying to speak.
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame it rained!:( Fabulous photos of the Skipper however, and those flower expressions are, a little scared, infact I think I see one wincing!:=))
ReplyDeleteTruly a wonderful series of photos.
ReplyDeleteGreetings.
That last shot is just unreal, Gail! The way he's bending his "drinking straw" lol! I see the faces, too - that last shot looks like a smiley, though! Great series!
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos...and yes, I see the fearful faces.
ReplyDeleteWell - maybe flowers do have feelings? Most are frowning, but I think I see a smiler in the last photo. Great capture of the Skipper.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous capture!
ReplyDeleteSorry I was so 'short' on my commenting just a few minutes ago...I was on the phone with one hand typing with the other. LOL
ReplyDeleteThese, dear Gail, are extraordinary once again. Looking forward to your birding shares on Wednesday.
Gorgeous colors! Love the detail!
ReplyDeleteThose close ups show us things we would never notice. Wonderful photos of the skipper.
ReplyDeleteGail, lovely captures of the Skipper and flowers.. Have a happy week!
ReplyDeleteWow! Fantastic shots! And a fascinating creature!
ReplyDeleteI see the faces in the blooms and your photography is beautiful of nature's gems for OWT ~ thanks, ^_^
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I see the faces in the blooms and your photography is beautiful of nature's gems for OWT ~ thanks, ^_^
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Marvellous macro shots Gail. Thank you for sharing - and yes, I too can see the faces!
ReplyDeletefabulous Skipper photos Gail - such a treat to see
ReplyDeleteSuper closeups, very detailed. I see the faces too.
ReplyDeleteHey there Gail.....
ReplyDeleteYou have such an amazing eye for photography. This is exactly what it takes to be great like you.
Beautiful shot after shot....it tells a story!!
Blessings.
Oh, yes; the blooms also have the expression i your gorgeous pictures♡♡♡
ReplyDeleteAnd I was so amazed with the eye balls as well!
Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
Now that you mention it, there are blooming startled faces squealing, "Alert! Giant invader silver-spotted skipper!" I'm off to see the stork report.
ReplyDeleteI also see those faces.
ReplyDeleteIncredible images, Gail. You must have used a macro lens, 105mm? I love skippers but the flit so quickly I never get a good shot. Perfection.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful images. Yes, I see the sad faces of lupine. Great close-ups!
ReplyDeleteI see the faces (and a dogs face!) in the lupine. Great macro shots, Gail!!
ReplyDeleteI love the eyes on the butterfly :)
ReplyDeleteoh gail, you are so right about the faces!!!
ReplyDeletethese are just stunning....and the purple, lovely shade!!
Why yes, I see the faces :) How amazing and truly unique! God's creation truly is a work of art and beauty.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures, dear friend. Hugs!
Hi Gail Fantastic macro shots of this Butterfly.
ReplyDeletestunning photographs, a real feast for my morning eyes. thanks:)
ReplyDeleteSuch a contrast--the bright colored flower and the more drab color of your insect.
ReplyDeleteHaha, I will never admit that I see frightened faces in blooms--I am really sane, at least I keep telling people that.
Absolutely gorgeous series! I do hope you will share with I Heart Macro too:-)
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos! Yes, I see tiny faces. :)
ReplyDeleteFantastic post! Called the grandson in here to see your photo of the alligator gar. All your photos are fabulous! And loved the video about the wood storks. Fascinating bird! I'd never even heard of it before. Sorry you missed it, but it does look like everyone got pretty wet. Maybe you'll have another chance to see them before they leave.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots of the moth and the wildflower!! You show a whole new world!
ReplyDeleteToo bad it was raining so to see. Lovely storks
ReplyDeleteI have the whole clip is viewed, and it is really unfortunate that it keeps raining. As
Your butterfly is truly visionary in itself nicely. Sharp and full of detail.