I spotted this spectacular Great Spangled Fritillary butterfly (Speyeria cybele) last week at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Although I usually have something to say about an image, in this case I will let it speak for itself. Suffice it to say that I love the wonderful combination of the pink of the flower and the orange of the butterfly. Wow!
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Mike Powell 
This is a beautiful image Mike, perfect focus.
It’s always fun to see these. They’re so similar to our Gulf fritillaries; both are very attractive.
Wonderful!
Thanks, Louella.