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Joe, Son of the Rock

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Posted: 02 Jul 2020

Taken: 24 Jun 2020

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Insect •
Small Tortoiseshell •
Thistle •
Aglais Urticae •

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Small Tortoiseshell

Small Tortoiseshell
The small tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) is a colourful Eurasian butterfly in the family Nymphalidae. Adults feed on nectar and may hibernate over winter; in warmer climates they may have two broods in a season. While the dorsal surface of the wings is vividly marked, the ventral surface is drab, providing camouflage. Eggs are laid on the common nettle, on which the larvae feed. Quoted from Wikipedia

, John FitzGerald, Thérèse, Marco F. Delminho and 17 other people have particularly liked this photo

18 comments - The latest ones
 Amelia
Amelia club
They seem to love thistles. We walk around a local farmer's field at least twice a week, and we always see small tortoiseshells. He's just harvested the wheat, but has left untouched the wild flower strip.
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Amelia club
I have been seeing a lot of small tortoiseshells and orange tips, Amelia. This time last year, I couldn't believe how many painted ladies I was seeing. Thanks for your very kind comment. All the best, Joe
4 years ago.
 Jaap van 't Veen
Jaap van 't Veen club
Amazing colours and details; great use of bokeh Joe.
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Jaap van 't Veen club
Thanks for your very kind comment, Jaap. Cheers, Joe
4 years ago.
 Malik Raoulda
Malik Raoulda club
Belle caresse naturelle..!
Bonne journée.
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Malik Raoulda club
Merci pour ce beau compliment, Malik. Amitiés, Joe
4 years ago.
 Percy Schramm
Percy Schramm club
Great shot of a fantastic and colourful butterfly !
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Percy Schramm club
Thanks for your very kind comment, Percy. Cheers, Joe
4 years ago.
 Rosalyn Hilborne
Rosalyn Hilborne
Your framing and detail are superb on this shot Joe. I love the background, it enhances the butterfly beautifully. Cheers, Rosa.
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Rosalyn Hilborne
Thanks, Rosa, I am starting to upload some of the also rans I took during my self-challenge of June; the 'Yellow Irises', the ' Marsh or Spotted Orchid' and this one fall into this category. I love this shot, but it took second place to my shot of the cruise ship. I am pleased you like it. Cheers, Joe
4 years ago. Edited 4 years ago.
 photosofghosts
photosofghosts club
Good photographer with the macros, too !
All the best
Fabio
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to photosofghosts club
Thank you, Fabio, for this very fine compliment. All the best, Joe
4 years ago.
 Anton Cruz Carro
Anton Cruz Carro club
An image of stunning beauty and a great explanation. Best wishes, Anton.
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Anton Cruz Carro club
Thanks for your very kind comment, Anton. Cheers, Joe
4 years ago.
 Michelle Chouchou
Michelle Chouchou
Excellent capture, magnifique historie !!!!!!
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Michelle Chouchou
Merci pour ce beau compliment, Michelle. Amitiés, Joe
4 years ago.
 Marie-claire Gallet
Marie-claire Gallet
Gorgeous capture, Joe ****************************
4 years ago.
Joe, Son of the Rock club has replied to Marie-claire Gallet
Thanks for your very kind comment, Marie-claire. Stay safe and have a good weekend. Cheers, Joe
4 years ago.

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