The first time I tried to photograph one of these moths, I was using a tripod and slow-speed film. By the time I got everything set up, the moth was in the next county. That prompted me to get a hand-held, automatic camera. Up until then I had been photographing wildflowers, shrubs and trees. That incident was the beginning of photographing insects...didn't have a clue what I was getting into at the time!!! In order to get a photo like mine, you almost have to rear them, so when they eclose, they think you're their mother. They are very docile and will easily pose for you. Commission all your friends to be on the lookout for a larva for you.

I've often wondered about the opaqueness of the wings when newly eclosed, but could never find an explanation. Thanks!