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The Red Admiral


The Red Admiral
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Copyright: Tadeusz Sikorski (cysorz) Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 40 W: 6 N: 51] (686)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-07-27
Categories: Nature
Exposure: f/4, 1/800 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-07-28 5:01
Viewed: 90
Points: 4
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note [Polish]
The Red Admiral or Vanessa atalanta (previously also known as Pyrameis atalanta) is a well-known colourful butterfly, found in temperate Europe, Asia and North America. The species is resident only in warmer areas, but migrates north in spring, and sometimes again in autumn.
This large butterfly is identified by its striking dark brown, red and black wing pattern. The caterpillar feeds on nettles, and the adult drinks from flowering plants like the Buddleia and overripe fruit.
In northern Europe, it is one of the last butterflies to be seen before winter sets in, often feeding on the pale fire of ivy flowers on sunny days. The Red Admiral is also known to hibernate, re-emerging individuals showing prominently darker colourings than first brood subjects. The butterfly also flies on sunny winter days, especially in southern Europe (Wikipedia).
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Hi Tadeusz,

Wonderful shot of frontal posture of Red Admiral!
You got great sharpness, good POV, nice colors of the butterfly and great DOF. The vibrant colors of the flower enhance the beauty of your picture. Well done!

thanks and regards,
Paras Bhalla

Tadeusz,
Yes...is a wonderful Red Admiral or Vanessa ....sharp, real colors. Congratultion!
Horia

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