Wait for me!

[LordV]

First time I've captured a mite just boarding either it's flight or host. A small gall midge about 3mm body length.

brian V.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2204/2209275891_3d39a4d09e_o.jpg

[dpastern]

hehehe good shot Brian - you can see the mite sticking it's thumb out for hitching a lift even!

Dave

[Photogirl2007]

Great capture Brian. It looks like we were both out taking pics of hitchhikers!!:lol:

[Mike4BekA]

Killer shot!

[alliec]

Great find an capture. Did the Mite make it all the way on?

[troypiggo]

Great opportunity Brian. Well done on getting them both in focus too!

[bbulldog]

great shot as usual, did it get a window seat?

[LordV]

Thanks for the comments :)
Unfortunately the gnat flew off immediatelly after this shot with the mite dangling from it's leg :) - no i wasn't fast enough to catch that :)
Brian V.

[GaryT]

Great find and shot Brian. Colorful little fellow.