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Solider (closed winged)
Stanley Jones

Solider (closed winged) (Danaus eresimus)

Solider (Danaus eresimus: Nymphalidae) Another Monarch mimic with a wingspan of 7.0-9.5 cm (2.75-3.75 in). Photographed at Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge around the headquarters. Near Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas, USA. Mesquite woodland with mixed Tamaulipan scrub at ca. 7.6 m (25 ft) elevation.
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Habitat
Mesquite woodland with mixed Tamaulipan scrub at ca. 7.6 m (25 ft) elevation. Gulf Prairies and Marshes Vegetational Area.
Location
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge around the headquarters.
Date taken
October 2009
Scientific name
Danaus eresimus
Equipment used
Canon EOS 20D with a Canon EF 70-300 f/4-5.6 IS USM lens at 300 mm, ISO 100, Shutter speed 1/250 with flash, f/5.6.
tetoneon
A brilliant capture Stanley. Outstanding color and clarity with a lovely composition.
 

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Butterflies & Moths
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