Seed-mimicking moth - front view, Rosema sp., Orito, Colombia

Awesome moth that is very easy to overlook. I'm sure of the Rosema genus, yet this genus has quite a few similar looking species, so will consult with some experts.

comments (9)

Christine Young

Lion

Really cool angle! Posted 6 years ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks! Similar angle on another species in this genus:
  https://www.flickr.com/photos/andreaskay/41927031390 Posted 6 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    Nice! The lighting definitely adds to the effect. Did you spot this moth during one of your nighttime, jungle moth-ing parties? Posted 6 years ago
  2. 1. Ferdy Christant
      
      Lion
      
      No, it's because I used f/16 to cover the depth of field needed here. Unfortunately that turns backgrounds quite dark. Posted 6 years ago
    2. 1. Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        I think the effect really works for this shot. Posted 6 years ago

Patomarazul

Lion

Beautiful species! Posted 6 years ago

Flown Kimmerling

Lion

How cool! Great shots and observation, Ferdy!

With whom are you conferring (out of curiosity)? Posted 6 years ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks! You mean which experts? I just posted it in the FB moth group, the same one you're a member of :) Posted 6 years ago
2. 1. Flown Kimmerling
    
    Lion
    
    Ah! I somehow missed that! :D Posted 6 years ago