Spotted Tussock Moth Caterpillar

Insects of Alberta 1

17 Sep 2005

79 visits

Milbert's Tortoise Shell

I don't see these particular butterflies very often, but it's always good to see that bright splash of orange, often against a grey, gravel road or path.

12 Aug 2006

102 visits

Damselfly

The "usual" photo of this common damselfly! However, I never tire of seeing that brilliant blue when out on a walk - and those eyes!

23 Jun 2006

97 visits

Bee on Gaillardia

Yes, the usual bee - but not on a sunflower this time. The yellow flower is Gaillardia.

25 Sep 2006

73 visits

Darner Dragonfly

What detailed things these are when you get up close!

31 Jul 2005

107 visits

Carrion Beetle

Carrion beetles are a relatively small family of insects. This is the only one I have seen and I was amazed at its beauty. I believe they can also be in red and black.

13 Aug 2005

88 visits

Fritillary

I'm not sure what kind of Fritillary this is.

10 Jul 2004

93 visits

Butterfly

I need a good book on butterflies, too! I think it is some kind of Pearl Crescent.

12 Aug 2006

75 visits

Leafy Spurge Hawk Moth caterpillar

A different angle from my previous photo of this caterpillar. I'm still in awe of its beauty. What a pattern!

12 Aug 2004

71 visits

Fritillary

...of some kind! These asters were covered in butterflies out in the Elbow River Valley, west of Calgary.
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