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Small Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila porcellus) adult, resting on Ladys Bedstraw (Galium verum) larval foodplant
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Small Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila porcellus) adult, resting on Ladys Bedstraw (Galium verum) larval foodplant
Small Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila porcellus) adult, resting on Ladys Bedstraw (Galium verum) larval foodplant, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, July
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Media ID 10797888
© FLPA/Gianpiero Ferrari
Alpine Alps Cannobina Valley Foodplant Foodplants Hawk Moth Hawk Moths Hawkmoth Hawkmoths Italian Italy Larval Lepidoptera Moth Moths Piedmont Southern Europe Valley Valleys Montane Upland Uplands
Nature's Delicate Dance - A Small Elephant Hawkmoth Finds Rest on Ladys Bedstraw in the Italian Alps
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. In this enchanting snapshot captured by wildlife photographer Gianpiero Ferrari, we witness a mesmerizing moment of harmony between two fascinating creatures. The star of the show is a vibrant Small Elephant Hawkmoth, gracefully perched upon its favorite larval foodplant - the delicate Ladys Bedstraw. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cannobina Valley in the Italian Alps, this image transports us to a world where nature reigns supreme. As summer paints the landscape with warm hues, these European natives take center stage in their alpine habitat. The intricate patterns and vivid colors adorning the wings of our dainty moth friend are truly awe-inspiring. With its elegant posture and slender body, it seems as if this hawkmoth is posing for an imaginary audience. Meanwhile, Ladys Bedstraw stands tall and proud beneath its winged visitor. Its golden blossoms create a striking contrast against the lush greenery surrounding them. This humble plant serves as both shelter and sustenance for our magnificent moth companion during its lifecycle. Together, they epitomize symbiosis at its finest – showcasing how different species can coexist harmoniously within their shared ecosystem. So let your imagination take flight as you gaze upon this scene from Italy's southern paradise. Allow yourself to be whisked away into a world where beauty knows no bounds – where even small creatures like moths can leave an
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