Insects of Alberta 1

This is an enlarged photo of one of the many Ground Beetles that risk their lives crossing the walking/bicycle path on the way down into Weaselhead.

This insect was on Blue Clematis seed heads. These fine "hairs" shine so beautifully when the sun shines.

Amazing eyes when seen at a somewhat larger size. Look like cool sunglasses!

Needed a bright photo after all my recent dark, gloomy, winter ones, so thought this was about as bright as I could go! A Yellow Jacket on a Lily.

A few years ago, I would never have dreamt of having my face a few inches from a wasp. Now, with a digital camera, how things have changed!

These butterflies were almost impossible to photograph. After a lot of exercise, I finally saw one that had perched for a second or two. It was identified for me as a Dark Northern Checkerspot.

Not sure if this is a Black Meadowhawk.

Thought the black and white striped body of this insect was most attractive.

Back to an old photo or two. This is a similar photo to one I posted some time ago. He's such a punk!