Comment from ABG Photography
Yes, that is a striking and beautiful flower. You've placed the focal point very well and it's beautiful color is in contrast to its background and leaves making for a beautiful presentation.

 Comment Written 30-May-2025

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reply by the author on 30-May-2025

Thank you very much for your very complimentary review, and continued support.
Michele

Comment from MKFlood
i reckon they call this bad petal day..lol. nice capture. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of this colorful spikey flower is great. the capture of the light is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 30-May-2025

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reply by the author on 30-May-2025

Hi Mark, thank you for your review and positive comments. I appreciate your continued support.
Michel

Comment from helvi2
Hi Michele, I don't know what kind of flower this is either but it's very pretty! Love the red spike like petals! The focus and lighting really show this little gem off well. I can see why you were attracted to it! Very nice capture! I enjoyed viewing it!
:o) Nancy

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 30-May-2025

Thank you so much Nancy for your lovely review; appreciate it very much.
Michele

Comment from soulfeeder
The red spiky blossom is so uniques and vibrant. I love how its red color contrasted with the yellow green leaves. I wonder if this is a tropical flower. Its leaves looks so familiar to me. Great angle, framing placement, and lighting. A striking and lovely scene, Michele.

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 30-May-2025

Thank you so very much, Nieves for your lovely review. I appreciate your support.
Michele

Comment from Ray Gordon
Michele beautiful capture of this Calliandra ( sticckpea ) along with its berries. the red stands out against the yellow green leafs. You framed it just right. Ray

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 29-May-2025

Thank you so much for your review and the information on the flowers' name, I had no idea. One learns something every day. Thank you so much Ray.
Michele

Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
A very interesting and unique flower. I like the spiky petals which seem to be so soft looking. The vibrant colours really does draw the eye to it and I like how you've presented with a leafy background. lovely to view. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 29-May-2025

Thank you so very much Maureen, I appreciate your lovely review.
Michele

Comment from nikman
A good looking nature image posted here! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us a very enjoyable view of that lovely bloom and leaves. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 29-May-2025

Thank you for your lovely review. I appreciate your support.
Michele

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a beautiful shot! The framing, light, shadows, and colours all come together perfectly. The colours are vibrant, and the composition ties everything together seamlessly. Nice effort!

 Comment Written 29-May-2025

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reply by the author on 29-May-2025

Thank you so much Sesha for your lovely review and continued support.
Michele