For the past week I have been trying to photograph butterflies and identify them. The photography in itself has been so difficult, but the "i.d.ing" of each one even harder! Luckily, on an impulse, I emailed a man who is an entomologist... a 'bug guy', and he has been so helpful in identifying them for me, or letting me know when I made the correct 'call' on one! Hah! Thank you to Dana Ross, who says he's not an expert, but I know he really is!!! So many awesome and beautiful things to see on our planet! And look what I have found in my own back yard....I will continue to be on a quest for more butterflies and MOTHS as well. I also love Dragonflies, so I'll throw a few of those into my blog when I can...so much to learn!
Coenonympha tullia - common name Ringlet
Coenonympha tullia
Hydaspe Fritillary
Hydaspe Fritillary (Speyeria hydaspe)
Hydaspe Fritillary (Speyeria hydaspe)
Hydaspe Fritillary (Speyeria hydaspe)
Common Checkered Skipper Pyrgus communis
Common Checkered Skipper Pyrgus communis
Satyr Anglewing (Polygonia satyrus neomarsyas)
Satyr Anglewing (Polygonia satyrus neomarsyas)
California Tortoiseshell (Nymphalis californica)
California Tortoiseshell (Nymphalis californica)
California Tortoiseshell (Nymphalis californica) 
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