Comment from Snapdragon
Hi Willie
Not sure whether it is a moth or a butterfly but it does not matter as it has a very interesting head and that tongue is enormous.
If you found it I wonder how you managed to set it up so well.
The lack of dof is a disappointment if it is under your control.
Framing is excellent as to are the colors.

 Comment Written 30-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much! This is a butterfly. You can tell the difference from looking at the antina. The mouth has a wide feather look.

Comment from flower29
I've never seen this insect, but that tongue is amazing - great capture! Nice composition, focus and depth of field, lovely colors, great work.

 Comment Written 30-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much.

Comment from Gill Bell
He may be a big bit yucky, but this is a great shot. You`ve captured terrific detail on his head - those eyes are enormous, and his face is so hairy! You`ve also captured great detail on the flower he`s probing with that enormous tongue. Great colour contrasts and good depth of field bringing our attention to the two centres of interest. Good cropping giving a well-balanced composition. Nature photography at it`s best. Well caught, and thanks for sharing.

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 Comment Written 30-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thanks again for such a nice review a high rating.

Comment from tedmunro
i think this is a great looking closup willie. ive never heard of this insect before. it is an insect isnt it. this is a very nice and clear closup with very good detail showing. a pleasure to review and ty for sharing.

 Comment Written 30-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much. This is a butterfly. A lot of people think it is a moth. You can tell the difference between them by looking at the antini.

reply by tedmunro on 30-Nov-2010

i was too busy looking at his tongue

Comment from GaliaG
great capture of the butterfly, excelelnt focus, details, colors and presentation

good and supporting blur backgorund

 Comment Written 30-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much!

Comment from Robin Gillow
This is a lovely simple statement with a well thought out composition. I like your idea and focusing. It is a real delight to view and a very pleasing piece. Robin

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much!

reply by Robin Gillow on 30-Nov-2010

My pleasure. Robin

Comment from gnewman
Nice close-up shot!
Initial impact 4.5
Creativity of presentation 4.5
Color Harmony 4.5
Center of Interest 4.5
Technical Excellence 4.5
Technique 4.5
Story Telling Ability 4.5
Lighting 4.5

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thanks.

Comment from silversobota
This is breathtaking!! I love the vivid colors and the scale of the image. It is very pleasing to the eye, You've done a lovely job. Thanks so much for sharing!

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much.

Comment from Polly Brown
This is a really good photograph.
Focus is clear.
Detail is excellent.
Colours look fine.
Lighting is just right.
Well done. I like this.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much!

Comment from emeraldheart
Great capture with a lot of interest.Good creative presentation with this angle to capture the action.Have never seen anything like this before.Good blur to background to highlight center of interest and in good harmony with the rest of the capture.Enjoyed.Thank you.

 Comment Written 29-Nov-2010

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reply by the author on 30-Nov-2010

Thank you so much!