When it hovers over a flower like a humming-bird, the wings of this moth beat so fast they are hardly visible,
and they make an audible, high pitched humming sound.
The Humming-bird Hawk-moth is a summer visitor from the South of France.
They have visited this garden for the last four years. I have planted Valerian to tempt her to stay a little while.
The first time I saw her I was totally captivated. Nothing has changed, I think she is exquisite.......
She is indeed exquisite. Hope she stays around for you to enjoy.
ReplyDeleteHi Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful Moth, I don't think they ever venture this far north... Apparently they also love Lavender; when my brother was in China he took photos of them and there were loads all swarming around a lavender bush :)
What a lovely encounter Cheryl. I will never forget the first time I saw one in my garden, it was a magical experience. To see them regularly must be wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou have captured her beautifully :)
Don't you just love seeing these little sprites in your garden?? I love just seeing the pictures you have taken. WOW.
ReplyDeleteGreat captures, Cheryl and what a pull red Valerian is. Thought you were in the Carribean for a moment instead of the tropics of Kent
ReplyDeleteLaura
An amazing little creature! So glad it came to visit you. The first hummingbirds arrived here this weekend; no matter how many times I've seen them before, each time they return I'm thrilled.
ReplyDeleteFinally--I was able to leave a comment! I read that I shouldn't tell Blogger to "remember me" when I sign in. I don't know if that is the answer to how I could leave a comment this time, but it seemed to work.
ReplyDeleteDear All,
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your comments. Blogger has not allowed me to comment on my own blog for quite a while. Hopefully things are getting back to normal now.....
I tried to comment a couple days ago Cheryl but blogger lost my witty comment! :-(
ReplyDeleteWe get some beautiful moths of this sort here too. My fav being the Snowberry Clearwing! They are all so cheerful and fun to watch! Great photos and I hope you have them for many years to come!