Humming birds on the honeysuckle vine

Roger Mn.

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I believe that is a moth, not sure of it's scientific name but it gathers nectar from various flowers. It usually is active late evenings and at night. Thanks for sharing your photo's! :thumbsup:
 

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Roger Mn.

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old digger I belive your right being moths. First I've seen.
 

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Those little critters have a name, not sure but I want to say it's hummingbird moth. I've had one humming around in my flower bed, most unusual looking lil thing. You got some good shots!!
 

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Roger Mn.

Roger Mn.

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Thanks River Rat.
I'll go online to try to figure out what they are.
 

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Well at least you were right about the hummingbird part (lol). Great pics. :thumbsup:
 

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