This Common Darter was resting on a park fence and was very tolerant of my presence (possibly because he was enjoying the warmth of the sun). The following captures were taken at the minimum focussing distance of the 100mm macro i.e. approximately six inches from the front of the lens. Bearing in mind the 100mm has a long lens hood - it must have been nearly three inches away from the front of the hood. At this distance it would have been great to have the MPE with me. Nevertheless, I think the 100mm did a pretty good job of capturing detail. After I finished taking a series of shots from different angles the Darter flew off only to return and nonchalantly land on my shoulder.
Finally, I'll finish off with some crops.
