Filed Under Wildflowers, summer
Wildflowers attract a wide variety of insects. Bees are frequent visitors and are seen commonly but the insect found in the second photo is one I don’t recall ever seeing before. Does anyone know what it is?
Jane suggested a certain moth, but in searching for her suggestion I found a picture of an Ailanthus Webworm Moth which I think is what I photographed. Thanks, Jane, for the tip.
Filed Under Wildflowers, summer
These wildflowers are all native to Delaware. They add to the beauty of the landscape and provide food and habitat for a variety of species. The two last photos of the Swamp Rose show a bumble bee and an Augochlora Green Metallic Bee gathering pollen. Have you ever seen an Augochlora Green Metallic Bee before?
Butterfly Weed
Monkey Flower
Button Bush
Button Bush
Swamp Rose
Swamp Rose
Filed Under Wildflowers, summer
Trumpet Vines are found commonly throughout Sussex County. They stand out in a background of green with their bright orange blossoms. They are a favorite food source for hummingbirds and bird nests are sometimes found within the foliage.
