Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly On Phlox in Summer Business Card

About 6 years ago the deer ate all our wild phlox. Last year a few plants showed themselves, and this year we have a few more:>) . The butterflies love them, especially the swallowtails. Phlox, P. paniculata, is a common wildflower in a family of many types. Most are found in North America and are known for their lovely colours. They are a food source for caterpillars, butterflies, deer, ground hogs, and rabbits, and probably many more creatures, especially in the insect family. Some flower in springtime, others bloom in the late summer and fall – all are lovely. This picture was taken July 28, 2019, in Green Lane, Pennsylvania, USA> . I used a Canon T5i EOS paired with a Canon 100 mm macro lens to get this image. The sun was very harsh so I used flash to help with the crunchy contrast.