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Glowing Hairs! The setae/hairs of this Tussock Moth glows under UV light.<br /> <br /> The effects of UV was not too obvious as this was taken while it was still bright and not at night or in darkness. Calliteara,Calliteara sp,Malaysia,Moth,Penang,Tussock Moth,Ultra Violet Light Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Glowing Hairs!

The setae/hairs of this Tussock Moth glows under UV light.

The effects of UV was not too obvious as this was taken while it was still bright and not at night or in darkness.

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    Flavio
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    Very interesting Albert ;-) Posted 3 years ago
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      Albert Kang
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      Thanks, Flavio :)
      Am trying out UV lighting on various critters and pleasantly surprised with the outcome!       Posted 3 years ago
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        Flavio
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        UV lighting with macro photography sound like a great combination, keep up the great work! Posted 3 years ago

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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded Dec 3, 2021. Captured Dec 3, 2021 18:36.
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  • TG-6
  • f/3.3
  • 1/200s
  • ISO320
  • 9.65mm

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