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I've never really had much luck with Orange Tips until our weekend visit to Cerne Abbas. They were so well behaved in the cool conditions I had time for a few lens changes.
Back Garden - after photographing this guy on Saturday, I watched him go to roost on the Weigela. Knowing it was going to be frosty the next morning I got up early to try to get some images with frost or dew - he was still there, but he must have been sheltered under the leaf, as I can only see the frost on the Weigela.
2 more photos of orange tip butterflies seen yesterday.
The only flowers that any settled on yesterday.
Yesterday I went out for several hrs to relieve some stress. Just before heading home, sun setting the Tern made a visit at the pond. I stood on bridge and watched this impressive guy fish. Not the best or clearest but they are super fast (no excuses I know)
"It's my personal opinion that a hat is simply a crown that lets the reign in." - Gi ♥
Model: Giselle Chauveau
Photographer: Delypop Cresci
This fellow thought that he could put his bike's kickstand down and the massive weight he was moving about wouldn't turn his bike into an ice cream trebuchette...he was wrong.
Martyr's Park (LieShiLingYuan)
Guangzhou, China
Yellow flowers cover the golden willows (Salix alba ‘Vitellina’) along Silver Tip Creek east of Belfry in Carbon County, Montana. A variety of white willow, the golden willow grows new stems that are a bright golden color. This bright color makes these trees stand out in the winter. In the spring slim, cylindrical, yellow flower clusters called catkins cover the trees as seen in this photo. These yellow flowers will give way to green leaves as the summer approaches. Golden willows are not native to Montana and Wyoming but were introduced by settlers who used them as windbreaks and shade trees. They escaped cultivation and naturalized across the area.
References:
www.ag.ndsu.edu/trees/handbook/th-3-139.pdf
www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/golden-w...
I'm struggling to comprehend the seeming speed with which life has transitioned from manageable to the unimaginable. The preoccupation is rightly with the coronavirus itself. But ultimately the psychological aspect of longterm stress and anxiety might prove equally disabling. Each day brings an increased awareness that this is going to be a long term situation with effects that will surely outlast the virus itself. I'm clinging to daily routines in an effort to maintain mental health. But it's deeper than that. I need to feel a sense of self worth; a need to exist. There has to be more to a day than watching endless news coverage. It's important to be dialed into events, but I fear the hypnotic effect of ongoing news feeds. Balance is key right now. It will be a process of discovery for many of us as routines change, perhaps radically, as we find out how exactly we will fit into the new model. It will be a process.
We're on the verge of the vernal equinox; the first day of Spring in the northern hemisphere is Thursday. Normally a time of year filled with hope and optimism. Likely to go all but unnoticed this year. I was scrolling through an old email queue yesterday looking for a past communication. There I stumbled upon threads from exactly one year ago. They were filled with discussion of problems and issues with jobs that seemed paramount at the time, but utterly trivial now. How I wished those sorts of problems were the worst thing in life now.
The other day I noticed a very challenging astrological makeup for this week starting tomorrow, March 18. An astounding six planets will cluster in the sign of Capricorn. The indication is one of a tipping point being crossed. Perhaps a big disclosure is in the offing. The tension will remain strong through early next week. Stay safe.
Back Garden - couldn't believe my luck when he landed on this dead daffodil (I didn't spot the photobomber at the time)
Also had a Holly Blue land on some blossom, but too high for photos.
There are several peaks south east of Silver Lake, near Hope, BC. In succession, going south, they are Mount Grant, Eaton Peak, Mount Green, and eventually Silver Tip (among others).
The Rusty-tipped Page (Siproeta epaphus), photographed at Emerald Valley Nature Center, Lake Yojoa, Honduras, showcases the delicate balance of colors and intricate patterns of this beautiful butterfly. The vibrant orange tips of the wings contrast with the deep brown body, creating a striking visual against the lush green foliage. Using my Canon R5 with an RF 100-400mm lens and a 1.4x extender, I captured this image at 1/60 sec, f/11, and ISO 800. The combination of these settings allowed me to achieve a deep depth of field, highlighting the butterfly’s exquisite details while maintaining sharpness throughout the frame.
Emerald Valley Nature Center, renowned for its rich biodiversity, offers an unparalleled opportunity for butterfly photography. The tranquil setting and diverse ecosystems make it a prime location for capturing the essence of these delicate creatures. This photo reflects my ongoing commitment to conservation and my passion for showcasing the natural beauty of our world. The equipment choices and settings were crucial in overcoming the low light conditions, allowing me to freeze the motion and bring out the vivid colors and fine details of the butterfly. This image stands as a testament to the incredible biodiversity found at Emerald Valley and the importance of preserving such habitats.
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