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This week's assignment for Macro Mondays is "All in a Row". I could have used so many items but I chose this belt with studs which are all in a row. I hope you like it!
Thank you for your views, comments and faves! HMM everyone!
(Male upperwing)
Species: Plebejus argus.
The dazzling silver-studded blue is a rare butterfly of heathland habitats, mainly in southern England. It has undergone severe population declines in recent years. Info: The Wildlife Trusts.
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It has taken me a while to get a half decent photograph of this relatively uncommon UK species, but finally I have it.
The silver-studded blue emerges in June and is usually on the wing until late August. It is a rare butterfly, generally found in heathland habitats that have shorter, sparsely vegetated areas. It is restricted to close-knit colonies in southern England and Wales.
This was photographed on Silchester Common in Hampshire, a noted site for this charming little butterfly.
The chandeliers and lamps in this room give the gold studded walls a great shine.
Designed for a client.
Finally, a trip out to try for some butterflies! Clive drove me out to meet Mary (I'm still not allowed to travel in her car) and he sat and read while we went looking for these little beauties. Lots about but it was very breezy and that made macros tricky - besides them not wanting to settle for very long. This male and female were getting up close but she didn't seem to really want his attentions, flying off when he got too persistent. The male is closest to the camera with his blue wings wide open and the female behind with her wings up.
The male is completely lacking the silver studding, luckily the female makes up for it. (the female is on the left of the image).
The Silver-studded blues were pairing all over the heath this morning. These ones actually pared up beside me while I was waiting for the Yellowhammer
On a morning trip to Yateley Common I found this female Silver-studded Blue in some lovely long, wet grass. I had to sit and get soaked for a while however it was worth it. Shooting into the the grass and moisture give some magical effects.
Numbers are still well down on last year, as the weather is so poor. Normally dusty tracks are quagmires but still a few hardy specimens are trying. I've not seen a female SSB yet and my annual survey is half way through.... fingers crossed we will finally get some warm anddry weather soon; it's supposed to be summer! Here's one of the few from Thursday.
(Male underwing)
Species: Plebejus argus.
The dazzling silver-studded blue is a rare butterfly of heathland habitats, mainly in southern England. It has undergone severe population declines in recent years. Info: The Wildlife Trusts.
Many thanks to people who view or comment on my photos.
Sweet little PomPom Studs to match any outfit! These are 50% off for the duration of the event (only 50L$ each!!) so get them while they're cheap because once they hit the mainstore they will go back up to full price!
Coming to Sanarae August 25th
All sins tend to be addictive and the terminal point of addiction is damnation.
W.H.Auden
Florence + The Machine - Breath Of Life
I'm thinking of hiring my self out as a cardboard cut out. This is what happens when there is no one behind the lens saying "loosen up dude!"
Last Tuesday evening I went a few hours searching for this beauty, the Silver-studded Blue.
It was a difficult task, with the wind and hyperactive butterflies.
But I managed to capture them, this is one of the pics I made.
Handheld shot.
Stopped off at the heath on the way home and had a chance to try out fill in flash in this overcast weather. At least when it is like this the butterflies are quite reluctant to take to the wing.
Taken in Norfolk.
"This damn Studebaker keeps on breaking down again
I was speedin' south on 99
When the manifold started smokin'
I ran her off the shoulder
And now the axle's broken
Made a sound that cracked my heart in half..."
These old trucks are so much cooler than the ones they make today. I would so drive this truck ...but sadly... this one's not going anywhere. Studebaker... even the name is cool! ; )
I vaguely remember my Dad having a Studebaker when I was a kid. Yeah... I need a truck. I do (in light turquoise blue! I think I just started writing a country song.... lol!)
Silver-studded Blue / plebejus argus. Lindrick Common, South Yorkshire. 20/06/20.
'STILL ... AT LAST.'
At the end of an absorbing day watching and trying to photograph these highly charged little butterflies, my wish eventually came true. Their energy levels dropped noticeably, in line with the temperature by late afternoon. They started to perch for longer intervals.
This pristine male flew to a patch of Rose-bay Willow Herb and perched on a spike of unopened flowers. Perfect ... and by approaching very carefully I was able to get close and make some images. Afterwards, I retreated just as carefully and left it enjoying the sun.
BEST VIEWED LARGE.
on of the nice things about getting "old" is that you feel no sense of urgency or compulsion to be on top of trends as they happen. you get to it when you get to it.
i think showcasing my knee & thigh chub might be my new thing. super fats legs: WERK
studded boyfriend blazer: mxm via pennington's
leopard screened/studded sweater: mxm (bought a size up & worn as dress)
leopard spot hoops: H & M
chunky bangle: reitman's
semi sheer blue tights: old navy
grey boots: urban planet