It's been awhile since I've done a painting, but I finally got around to it. Canvas size is 36 x 36 inches. Done in acrylic.

Tfytrbl, I sent you a PM.

I'll take it. Send me a PM.

I had never heard of ophthalmica until it was mentioned on this website. When was it derermined to be a new species & who made the determination?

Whenever I turn it off, my wife turns it back on.

The thing that annoys me is the spell-check app on my desktop. When I try to make insect labels, it always changes the spelling of the Latin name to some similar English word. Plus, it usually capitalizes the species name. If I don't pay careful attention, I wind up with a bunch of worthless labels ...

You would think that people with journalism degrees could write and spell, but not so. I notice grammatical mistakes every day in print and on television. Chuck, I hope your daughter listens to your advice and chooses another field. If she doesn't, maybe she'll become one of the rare journalists who ...

I don't have this species, but it's a very nice specimen. I am always amazed at how perfectly mounted your specimens are.

If you want a dim light, fluorescent would be your best bet. MV (mercury vapor) lights are very bright but are the absolute best for attracting insects. I have a light fixture that holds two 40-watt, 48" Quantum 368nm fluorescent bulbs that I bought from PestWest. It works well. However, I just ...

Adam, glad to see you're still here. I assume you and your collection survived the earthquake intact. How far are you from the epicenter?

The current issue (March) of National Geographic magazine features an article about the late lepidopterist Rustam Effendi. Good story, written by his daughter.

Several years ago I downloaded a copy of "A Naturalist in Cannibal Land" & printed it out. I read part of it (captivating narrative), then loaned it to someone else. Thanks for reminding me to get it back.

Nice library! It brings back lots of memories. I have some of those books, including the century-old ones, but not all. I hope you will hang onto them instead of diposing of them when you move.

Nice! How big is the biggest Dynastes?

Amen. Great work!

Falcate orangetips (Anthocharis midea) are now on the wing in my area. Other species should follow shortly. Time to dust off my net. Hopefully 2025 will be a good season.

What part of Florida do you plan to move to permanently?

I agree with Adam. PDF is the way to go.

Trehopr,
Regardless of its true taxonomy, your specimen is a gem!