Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Anyone?

On my way out to teach Monday afternoon, I took a brief moment to inspect the Lilium regale for Evil Lily Leaf Beetles. I didn't find any (hurrah!), but I did see this lovely crane fly — so dashed into the house, took some snapshots, then dashed back in and put the camera away, toddled down the street to just in time catch my bus!





My best guess is male Tipula sp. — either T. furca or T. (Yamatotipula) caloptera. Anyone? Bueller?

As usual, clicking will get you even closer!

6 comments:

Jenny Davidson said...

Very lovely - but it is good you didn't miss the bus!

Danielle said...

I wish I could appreciate it, but all I can think is "Ew, bugs!"

Deb said...

Very cool picture!

IronHoosier said...

eww...well at least it wasn't a spider..:-)

Lily on the Road said...

Well thank YOU, I've often wondered what kind of bug that was. Glad you didn't miss your ride too!

How do you set up your photo's for the click it to big it? I'd love to learn that...

Rural Girl said...

Your blog is always awesome for beautiful pictures. Thanks!