Black on Yellow

I just happened to see this Black Swallowtail butterfly flying in our backyard. It was the first of the spring, and I raced for my camera. Fortunately, it was still there when I returned, flitting from one dandelion to the other. When it finally landed on this one, I started snapping away from the patio 15 ft. from the butterfly.

You can judge the diminutive size of this beauty by comparing it to the dandelion blossom on which it chose to roost.

“Black on Yellow” is my Photo of the Week.

Author: Bruce Stambaugh

I am a writer, author, photographer, birder, walker, hiker, husband, father, grandfather, brother, Anabaptist, and community activist. My life is crammed with all things people and nature and wonder. My late father gave me this penchant for giving and getting the most out of life, my late mother the courtesy, kindness, and creativity to see the joy in life. They both taught me to cherish the people I am with. I try and fail and try again. View all posts by Bruce Stambaugh

4 thoughts on “Black on Yellow”

Stunning! Great capture, Bruce.

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Bruce Stambaugh says:

April 11, 2019 at 4:30 pm

Thank you, Gail.

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Stunning & exciting!
The Spring green of the grass and happy yellow dandelion is a treat also.
Spring is working her way to WNY but we aren’t ready for butterflies just yet, or mowing season.
We have been enjoying several varieties of birds that have returned to our feeders.
Thank you Bruce for sharing.

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