This is a photo from a few years ago, but as this seems to be the year of the moth in the garden, I thought I would post it. This is a Pandora Sphinx Moth. Its coloring is spectacular and is certainly meant to keep the moth blended into the background. It is also nocturnal and feeds on nectar.
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You are the Moth Queen.
I’ve never seen a moth like that, but then again, it blends so well with the leaf that maybe they’ve been around and I haven’t noticed. Thanks for always introducing me to fun and new things!
Same as above
You do find the most amazing moths. I wonder what it needs these long feelers for. They look like dangerous weapons.
What a crazy bug! Insect. Optical illusion? Thx for sharing one of nature’s everyday gifts!