Colias Croceus by mariogiannecchini
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Colias
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Colias is a genus of butterflies in the family Pieridae. They are usually called clouded yellows; the North American name "sulphurs" is elsewhere used for Coliadinae in general. The closest living relative is the genus Zerene,[1] which is sometimes included in Colias.
This genus occurs throughout the Americas, including the arctic regions. They are also found in Africa, China and India. Their caterpillars feed on certain Fabaceae, for example vetches (Vicia). While most are thus beneficial by keeping weeds at bay, some occasionally become nuisance pests on crops like alfalfa. In some species, the wings of males have brilliant UV reflection, while those of females do not
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Comments (38)
very beautiful flutter-by macro
BELLISSIMA LUCE! GRAN FOTO!
Great colors..excellent macro! :)
So beautiful..lovely capture!!
squisita! fabulous!
Most excellent work!
Mario meu amigo, está sério de macros é realmente algo fantástico, imagens sensiveis que nos trazem para perto da natureza, brilhante e obrigado, aplausos (5)
Beautiful capture, Mario
Gorgeous shot! What a pretty little butterfly!
Beautiful green eyed butterfly and a excellent detailed capture! :) Got a few myself today. :)
This Butterfly actually blends in with it surrounds and I really can't believe that totally green eye, very spooky ;-) great find and some good luck, Mario BB
Ohhh....such a lovely specimen Mario, amazing shot! ************
Gorgeous green eyes on this Colias. Fantastic close-up Mario. Dana
Mario, questa è una bella farfalla il mio amico. Amo i colori vivaci, ed è così bello
ahhh, such wonderful b'fly, so well captured
Again another fantastic shot Mario.
Beautiful capture erland
Something different this time. A butterfly with green eyes! A brilliant image, Mario. Qualcosa di diverso questa volta. Una farfalla dagli occhi verdi! Un'immagine brillante, Mario.
Excellent macro. Wonderful colors and fantastic details. Looks very beautiful.
This is one I have never seen! What a lovely pic!
I have never seen this one either, dear Mario. Beautiful capture. Have the best day. Hugs. Diane. xx
si si excellente amigo. saludos de españa.
So ~Sweet~ THANKS for sharing these Beauties!!!
Espectacular toma fotográfica Mario. Complimento....!! #:O)
Really pretty shot and butterfly!!!!
molto bella Mario!
Credo che le tue foto meriterebbero di essere pubblicate tutte su riviste naturalistiche, splendida anche questa! Buon fine settimana Mario!
lovely shot beautiful angle
BELISSIMA FOTO MARIO FANTÁSTICA BORBOLETA OS DETALHES SÃO IMPRESSIONANTES.++++++++++++++5