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Sharp-shinned Hawk
Sharp-shinned Hawk, by Steve Thornhill
Friday, August 12, 2011
White M Hairstreak
This White M Hairstreak, very rare in Virginia and exquisitely beautiful, was at the Williamsburg Botanical Garden today. The Observatory is a Garden partner and helps maintain the butterfly garden section.