Monarch Caterpillar on Milkweed in Tropical Afternoon in along a game trail near Puerto Cabello

Monarch Caterpillar on Milkweed in Tropical Afternoon

by Jon Roth

Bright tropical sunlight floods a wide panoramic view of a game trail near Puerto Cabello, illuminating a vibrant milkweed plant. A monarch caterpillar clings vertically to a broad, textured leaf, its black, white, and yellow bands standing out against the green surface. The surrounding foliage displays the mixed greens and drying browns typical of the turn of seasons. Shadows stretch long across the dirt path, marking the late-afternoon hour. Fine hairs on the plant stem catch the light, while the insect remains perfectly still, poised in patient predatory anticipation. The background blurs into a soft wash of tropical greens and earth tones.

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Camera Zeiss ZX1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Zeiss ZX1 photos, grab one online.
Lens Distagon 35mm f/2
Focal Length 35mm
Aperture f/2
Shutter Speed 1/4000
ISO 800
Film processed in Capture One
Location along a game trail near Puerto Cabello
Date 2022-06-10
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 10.4393, -67.9913
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