Wildlife Photog Captures Hummingbird Hawk-Moth Hovering at 85 Wingbeats Per Second
A wildlife moth has been photographed hovering over flowers, mimicking the behavior of a hummingbird. The hummingbird hawk-moth is a migrant species that travels from southern Europe and North Africa to the UK and Ireland each summer. It beats its wings at an impressive 85 times per second.
Why it's good news: It highlights the amazing abilities and behaviors of wildlife, inspiring appreciation and wonder for nature's creatures.
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