Hungry

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This butterfly sure had an appetite and was quite acrobatic as it sipped nectar from the garden yesterday. Research revealed that it is of the hairstreak species, mallow scrub hairstreak.

This is the first time I have seen it visit our garden. It loved the nectar from the porterweed flower the most.

4 thoughts on “Hungry”

    • SweetButterfly Bliss – Tennessee – My love for butterflies grew exponentially after my daughter was born in 2016, as they gave a new meaning to my family. Our excitement grew as they started visiting our gardens, which then turned into raising some in our butterfly house. Stop on by and subscribe, as I share many photos of the species that have begun to call our gardens home.
      Butterflybliss on said:

      Thank you! It sure captivated my attention.

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  2. blhphotoblog – United Kingdom – Amateur photographer with a love of nature for the quiet times, and drag racing when I want noise!
    blhphotoblog on said:

    Love Hairstreaks, that is very nice!

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    • SweetButterfly Bliss – Tennessee – My love for butterflies grew exponentially after my daughter was born in 2016, as they gave a new meaning to my family. Our excitement grew as they started visiting our gardens, which then turned into raising some in our butterfly house. Stop on by and subscribe, as I share many photos of the species that have begun to call our gardens home.
      Butterflybliss on said:

      Thank you!

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