texas wasp moth (1/3)
This spectacular critter showed up at the mistflowers with the flies, bees and butterflies. I had no idea what it was - it's pretty striking, with the bright colors and long feathered legs. The Seek app on iOS immediately came up with Texas wasp moth, Horama panthalon, texana subspecies. Fortunately, it was in no hurry working the flowers, so I had time for quite a few shots. A great surprise in the garden...it's beautiful!
Another example of mimicry in the insect world - fascinating...
texas wasp moth (1/3)
This spectacular critter showed up at the mistflowers with the flies, bees and butterflies. I had no idea what it was - it's pretty striking, with the bright colors and long feathered legs. The Seek app on iOS immediately came up with Texas wasp moth, Horama panthalon, texana subspecies. Fortunately, it was in no hurry working the flowers, so I had time for quite a few shots. A great surprise in the garden...it's beautiful!
Another example of mimicry in the insect world - fascinating...