Face-off of the Lubbers ~ These two large grasshopper-type insects occur in large numbers in some areas of Southeast Arizona during the monsoon season in summer. The one on the left is a Plains Lubber, and right one is a Horse Lubber. Very strange names for very strange insects. I had never seen these before--they are quite amazing.
Plains Lubber ~ This large grasshopper-type insect was about three inches long, and was crossing the road in Montosa Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains in Southeast Arizona.
White Line Sphynx Moth ~ These moths were feeding on these pink flowers, as were several butterflies. This moth remains in constant motion, with the wings fluttering so fast they appear to be just a blur. I was glad to capture the wings in stop-action, to appreciate the lovely colors and markings. It was photographed in the Huachuca Mountains in Southeast Arizona.
