Comment from Daphne Oberon
I had not seen this before. This is a great angle to show off the butterfly in more ways than one. You not only see both bottom and top of the wings, with the light shining through, but you get a great close up of the face! You should do well with this! Daphne Oberon

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2018

Thanks so much for the great review! I apologize,I never did answer your earlier question,I live in upstate New York State,in a rural area about an hour from the Pennsylvania border,if that helps. Have been raising monarchs for basically decades. In collecting leaves for the few remaining caterpillars I still had,I found three small caterpillars. The way things are going,I probably won?t have released all my monarchs until the end of September.At least I?m not finding anymore eggs! LeeAnn

Comment from suzannethompson2
Very good entry for the contest. Excellent close up of this beautiful Monarch butterfly with the early morning light shining through its wings. I like the angle you used for this. Very good lighting and focus showing excellent detail. Good luck in the contest. Suzanne

 Comment Written 28-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Many thanks for your kind review!

Comment from SandraInSpain
The detail and colour in this is exceptional - it's a perfect capture of a fleeting moment in time. Great clarity and balance. Excellent work.

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Thank you so very much!

Comment from nikman
A very nice entry into the competition posted here! Your full and central composition grants us an enjoyable look at your beautiful butterfly. Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Many thanks!!

Comment from mjamiemoore83
Oh this is so beautiful. So sharp and almost completely perfect. Great details to boot. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful butterfly with us.

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Thank you so much for the lovely review!

Comment from GaliaG
Excellent separation of the butterfly from the background

good focus, good light handling, good composition and presentation

good luck with the contest and thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Many thanks for your review,it is very appreciated!

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful butterfly that is shown in good detail. The colors (especially the green background) are a bit over saturated for my taste, but the butterfly stands out well. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Thanks for the review!

Comment from alaskapat
This is a beautiful capture ! It allows a close look at this Monarch Butterfly, nice angle of shot, well focused, the image is clear , well controlled exposure, the colors and tones appear natural. Nice detail in the wings and body, good detail in legs and antennas ! Well placed in the frame. Perfect clear background allows a view without distractions !

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Thanks so very much for the great review!

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Monarchs are classically attractive butterflies and I'm really enjoying your fine looking photo of this colorful specimen!
It's a really 'Good Show' of a picture,my friend! : )
~Sean

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Thanks for looking and for leaving a review!

reply by Sean T Phelan on 30-Aug-2018

You're very welcome!

Comment from Malmax
What a beautiful monarch capture and a wonderful entry for the contest. I love the bright color with the lime green background.
Excellent detail and lighting,
sure to be a great contender.
Best wishes in the contest.
Malmax

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2018

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018

Many thanks for your review!

reply by Malmax on 30-Aug-2018

You're welcome