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Photo of the Day ~ Macro: Bugs and Closeups Category ~ August 11, 2008

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Giant Cecropia Moth
by Lucy Elmore (Lucy) FIRST POTD!
Camera:
Olympus C-2100UZ
Location:
Crossville, Tennessee
 
United States of America

Photographer Notes:
Why I never leave my camera at home. I spotted this giant moth (wingspan about 5-6 inches) on a pillar outside of the local Staples. It must be newly hatched to stay there so long. I took many shots of its beautiful markings.


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Marion Cronen commented on August 11, 2008 00:25:
Congrats on your first POTD ... and an excelent choice for a first one .. a Beautiful giant silk moth ..
Lois Sturdivant commented on August 11, 2008 00:37:
Hi, Lucy. Great shot, I'm glad you submitted it!
mike marshall commented on August 11, 2008 02:59:
Background colour really compliments this beauty, Lucy. Didya hit the Staples "easy" button to have this thing magically appear? (;-) Seriously, congrats on #1!
susie peek-swint commented on August 11, 2008 05:35:
Wow that is a huge moth! Beautiful colours and markings .. many congrats on your first POTD Lucy!
Monnie Ryan commented on August 11, 2008 08:27:
Great find -- glad you shared this one. Beautiful colors and detail. Congratulations!
Stephen Radcliff commented on August 11, 2008 08:35:
Nice catch with the UZI. It always seems you find the unique nature shots amidst commercial development.
Robin-Lee Vieira commented on August 11, 2008 10:00:
Beautiful color and detail in this lovely moth! Pays to keep the camera handy! Big congrats on this lovely 1st. POTD!!
Jack Ryan commented on August 11, 2008 10:24:
Outstanding detail and color. Very nicely done. Congratulations.
Alan Estep commented on August 11, 2008 10:49:
How many chances do we get to see such a large colorful moth?? And a nice close-up shot too!! I'm looking forward to more POTD's from you!!
Gerda Grice commented on August 11, 2008 14:37:
Excellent close-up of a really beautiful and seldom seen creature! The colours and detail are superb! Big congratulations on your first POTD, Lucy! I'm sure it will be the first of many! -Gerda
Mustafa Kizilcay commented on August 11, 2008 16:24:
I knew this close-up was a good candidate for a POTD as I saw it in the Oly forum, Lucy. Background color and texture are well-matched to the moth. Big congratulations on your first POTD!
Patrice Cigallio Wesa commented on August 11, 2008 18:43:
An excellent macro filled with superb detail & color. I want to extend out a finger to see if it comes to me. Congratulations on your terrific win and I am eager to see more, Lucy!
Linn Smith commented on August 11, 2008 19:05:
What a beautiful and striking macro image...yes, bringing your camera along made it possible as well as your keen eye to see it! Congratulations on an outstanding first win at PV and welcome to the the site!


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