Red Admiral is a photograph by Mariola Bitner which was uploaded on August 31st, 2013.
Title
Red Admiral
Artist
Mariola Bitner
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
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The Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) is a well-known colourful butterfly, found in temperate Europe, Asia and North America. The Red Admiral has a 45–50 mm (1.8–2.0 in) wing span. The species is resident only in warmer areas, but migrates north in spring, and sometimes again in autumn.
In northern Europe, it is one of the last butterflies to be seen before winter sets in, often feeding on the flowers of ivy on sunny days. The Red Admiral is also known to hibernate, re-emerging individuals showing prominently darker colourings than first brood subjects. The butterfly also flies on sunny winter days, especially in southern Europe.
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August 31st, 2013
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Kym Backland
I never see Butterflies, I'm always so amazed at a capture or their capture... Sure does mimic the leaf doesn't it? FV
Mariola Bitner
Thank you Robert Harmon for featuring my "Red Admiral" in the group Nature Photography!
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Thank you Bob and Nadine and Johnston for featuring my "Red Admiral" in the group All Natural Scenic Landscapes!
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Thank you Chrisann Ellis for featuring my "Red Admiral" in the group Weekly FUN For ALL Mediums YOUR Favorite Artwork!