A beautiful Hornet moth (Sesia apiformis) photographed by Dan close to some poplar trees in his Suffolk garden. This conservation status of this moth is Nationally Scarce (B) and it just underlines that interesting animals can turn up in gardens.
Technical Information: Konica Minolta D7 camera 105 mm Sugma macro lens and flash.
Copyright Dan Tunstall Pedoe 2006. Permission is hereby granted for anyone to use this image for non-commercial purposes which are of benefit to the natural environment. School pupils, students, teachers and educators are invited to use and reproduce the image freely. The photographer should be credited where practicable. Use for commercial purposes is prohibited unless permission is obtained from the copyright holder.
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