19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Rose-chafer Protaetia cuprea

Rose-chafer Protaetia cuprea. Wimbledon Special. Anything shiny catches the eye, especially a large metallic purple and green chafer along a path. The colors instantly recall Wimbledon and a particular suit of Queen Elizabeth II. Finding a magnificent chafer on a path is a bit of Christmas come early.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2021
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Srbsko, Czechia
Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Copyright: © Mary C Legg