18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Tiger Butterfly and Moth Share Purple Thistle

In a world where hate is fueled by anger and words sharpened by tongues, we must go back to nature and remind ourselves that we are all simple creatures on Earth. This Butterfly and moth share the purple thistle's nectar without quarrel. Two species sharing what is abundant to both, in perfect harmony.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2020
Date Uploaded: 10.2020
Photo Location: Orlando, Fl, United States of America
Copyright: © Hannah Ness