Posted on August 27, 2014 By Michael Griffiths
Sunrise: 06.11 Sunset: 08.08
The scent of mint was pleasant and heavy in Hoo Wood last night; Mother of Pearl moths were drawn to its heady aroma and my head torch.
Mother of Pearl (Pleuroptya ruralis).
Mother of Pearl (Pleuroptya ruralis).
Category: Insects, Invertebrates, Wilden Marsh Nature Reserve, Wildlife Photography Tags: Canon 500D DSLR camera., Canon EFS 60 mm f2.8 macro lens, Insects, Kidderminster, Macro photography, Mother of Pearl (Pleuroptya ruralis)., Moths, nature, Nature Photography., Photography, Wilden Marsh, Wilden Marsh Nature Reserve, wildlife photography, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
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Stunning photos. I’ve never seen this species before. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for your support, Heather.
First time I have seen this species too.
Great shots! Beautiful! 🙂
Thanks, Thomas.
This is another new one for me as well. One of my favorites you have posted. Love the Mother of Pearl look of the wings.
Thank you! I’m glad you like my image. 🙂
That is a true work of art! Great photo too 😉
I’m glad you like my image, Sarah.
Such a beautiful moth but you’ve shown it to us so perfectly Mike!
Absolutely beautiful.
Thank you, Cara