The garden is teeming with hummingbird moths (aka sphinx moths) right now. They love the summer blooming perennials (echinacea, buddleia, monarda, etc.). They are the funniest looking things: part bee, part moth, part bird, part lobster (the tail!) in appearance. Such a treat to watch them feed on nectar!
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These are truly fascinating indeed, havent seen one in a few years, but still remember it vividly.
Saw one a few years ago along the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Couldn't believe what I was seeing! had to find out what it was...the most amazing insect I've ever seen!
Nice at first glance i thought i was looking at a hummingbird.
That photo is astounding. Looking forward to exploring the rest of your site.
I have seen one in my flower garden twice in the last few days. Had to find out what it was. I thought I discovered a new species. Lol. Too bad I didn't. Beautiful creatures.
Saw my first one! So very interesting and long tongue. Wings going so fast like a hummingbird
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