As we edge closer to spring, I'm seeing a few more arthropods about. Looking forward to finding some more obscure stuff in a couple months!
Crane fly from far back (22-shot natural-light stack with 180L):
Same crane fly from much closer (22-shot stack, flash lit, with MP-E). I unfortunately lost the closest antenna due to movement.
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Crab spider waiting for a meal:
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Interesting hairy lady beetle. I have not seen one of these before:
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Aloe from the Aloe walk at the LA Arboretum:
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Pollen-covered fly resting on a fence post (2-shot stack, handheld):
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Fly cleans itself on a decaying flower:
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