Western Prairie Fringed Orchid - Platanthera praeclara.

© Gary D.Tonhouse 1995-2011

Federal Endangered Species
Western Prairie Fringed Orchid
Platanthera praeclara
Orchid Family (Orchidaceae)

I have titled this photograph the,
"LITTLEST ANGEL OF THE PRAIRIE"
Look closely and you will discover the little angels.
The Good Lord has created many natural wonders for us to discover. Open your heart and mind and you to will discover his many natural wonders.

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WESTERN PRAIRIE FRINGED ORCHID

Equipment used to capture this image:
Camera: Nikon F4s
Lens:Nikor 105 Macro
Tripod: Gitzo 320: Bogen Ball head
Film: Fuji Velvia (50)

A gold reflector was used to bounce
additional warm light into the flower.

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