Photo of the Day ~ Macro: Bugs and Closeups Category ~ August 13, 2009

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Morning Snack
by Brett Turner (BrettTurner)

Camera:

Pentax K20D

Location:

Charlottesville, Virginia

United States of America

Photographer Notes:

An orange Monarch butterfly visits a Purple Milkweed plant growing by the side of a local lake.

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Dov Oron commented on August 13, 2009 05:51:

The composition, colours and sharpness all make this a beautiful shot - well done!

Linn Smith commented on August 13, 2009 08:07:

Great background bringing out the rich detail and vivid colors even more than usual. A terrific macro composition...congratulations on your win today!

Spencer Huck commented on August 13, 2009 11:14:

Great capture! Monarchs are tough to find this year. Good Job!

Patrice Cigallio Wesa commented on August 13, 2009 13:15:

A splendid shot, Brett, with all the elements of a winning macro composition...congrats!

Charlene Ahrens commented on August 13, 2009 14:39:

Beautiful image!

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