Ailanthus Webworm Moth

© Michael Umbreit

Ailanthus Webworm Moth

Uploaded: August 07, 2011

Description


I was originally surprised to find out that this was a moth.

:-)

Old Tavern Park
Lisle - Illinois - USA

Comments welcome and appreciated!


Exif: F Number: 25, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: fired, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

Comments

Joannie Bertucci level-classic August 07, 2011

Absolutely stunning macro work Mike! I love the moths coat of many colors! Your exposure, details, colors and contrasts are perfection! #1399202

Michael Umbreit August 07, 2011

Joannie - Thank You!! - Mike #9587844

Bob Cournoyer level-classic August 07, 2011

Wow Wow! Such detail and light..:-) #9587864

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe August 07, 2011

Wow Mike - Outstanding! #9587871

Melissa Olsen August 07, 2011

Fabulous macro. Who knew a bug could be so beautiful! #9587980

Michelle Alton August 07, 2011

Looks more like a beetle, but it's even more like a mosaic tile. Gorgeous capture, Mike. #9588210

Richard B. Hallick August 08, 2011

Fabulous macro work. The colors and details are stunning. #9590953

Michael Umbreit August 08, 2011

Thanks! I would love to get a shot of this bug taking off. It just doesn't look like it should fly. :-) Mike #9591256

Chris Budny level-deluxe April 11, 2012

One of my first-ever insect macros, years ago, was one of these eye-catching insects... Beautiful capture, Mike! #10086410

Michael Umbreit May 03, 2012

Thanks Chris! #10121688

Joy Rector May 05, 2012

excellent shot, love the color #10123988

Michael Umbreit May 08, 2012

Joy - Thanks! - Mike #10128950

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