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Brown Argus
Joelle-Marcelle

Brown Argus (Aricia agestis)

Taken this summer when there were quite a few butterflies and insects in that old orchard near the harbour.I spent some happy hours kneeling and sitting on the grass and trying to capture them as best as I could.
Habitat
old orchard
Location
Vannes, Brittany
Date taken
14-07-2014
Scientific name
Aricia agestis
Equipment used
NikonD90/Tamron70-300
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Opus Editor
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A superb macro shot you've got here Joelle. Keep enjoying those happy moments ;)
 
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Oh how jealous I am that you're able to get down and sit in the grass Joelle!!! You lucky girl.

What a beautiful picture you've taken of this lovely butterfly. Well done my friend.
 
Stunning colour, detail and clarity in this beautiful image, Joelle !!! Thanks for sharing.
 

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