Beautiful Winged Things

Until you spread your wings, you’ll have no idea how far you can fly. ~ Napoleon Bonaparte Jump, and you will find out how to unfold your wings as you fall.~Ray Bradbury I am obsessed with the white-lined sphynx moth (hawk moth). I have posted previous photos, but this is by far my favorite amazing…

From caterpillar to Sphinx

Previously I posted photos of caterpillars that have emerged all over our area. This is due to the beautiful green foliage growing from our near record breaking desert rains. Today I discovered the beautiful White-lined Sphinx moth that these fascinating caterpillars eventually become. I was more that thrilled to discover several hovering in the flowers…