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Jun 18, 2018 15:47 | #1

Post your macros of insects, spiders and similar small critters.

Tiger Beetle (Indiana)

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Gold-backed Snipe Fly (Indiana)

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Jun 18, 2018 16:32 | #2

Very cool pics but some things might simply be best not looked at so close if you want to sleep peacefully at night! ;-)a

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Jun 18, 2018 17:56 | #3

oregonphesanthunter wrote in post #18647499

Very cool pics but some things might simply be best not looked at so close if you want to sleep peacefully at night! ;-)a

Most folks are not that acquainted with bugs and might view them just as creepy-crawlies... and I admit that macro bug photography might be an acquired taste. But there is IMO quite a bit of beauty in the bug world.

Plus it is also a technical challenge to get sharp closeups with good lighting.

Give it a try some time if you want, starting with attractive bugs like butterflies and dragonflies!

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Jun 19, 2018 00:09 | #4

Wonderful captures
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Jun 19, 2018 11:33 | #5

Longhorn beetle.

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Jun 20, 2018 11:55 | #6

Nice ones. I don't shoot many bugs these days (way too much into naturally abstract macro). BUT, I did happen to come across one a while back that wanted me to put it in a few of frames.

I called this Boot Chaser because it kept coming back to the boot I used to block it's path even when it had a clear escape route.

The Artist's Story blog post for this piece can be read here (I explain the image title and the bug behavior): https://www.stevendillonphoto.com …te-park-in-prosperity-sc/

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Jun 20, 2018 13:48 | #7

stevendillonphoto wrote in post #18648399

Nice shot and a great find!

We used to have these beetles around at times when I was a kid. Despite their fierce appearance, they were docile and did not seem very smart. I never understood the need for those jaws.

Keep em coming.

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Jun 21, 2018 18:29 | #8

Harvestman closeup.

Note the two close-set eyes on top of the body.

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Jun 22, 2018 06:28 | #9

Beautiful shots, Archibald! Really enjoyed the tiger beetle.

Steven - crazy nice looking beetle that!

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Jun 22, 2018 06:31 | #10

some from me

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Blending in!

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Beetle, close-up

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Shield bug, great color and pattern

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indian grass mantis, close-up

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Jun 22, 2018 09:32 | #11

hayath wrote in post #18649361

some from me

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/27dMD5S

Blending in!

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Beetle, close-up

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Shield bug, great color and pattern

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IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/27SfSrc

indian grass mantis, close-up

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Fascinating bugs, Hayath, and well taken!

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Jun 22, 2018 15:03 | #12

This moth is a bit different in appearance and is active during the day. It is pretty, but its larvae eat grape leaves, which farmers don't like. Grapeleaf Skeletonizer, Harrisina americana.

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Jun 22, 2018 15:40 | #13

Assassin wheelbug prowls among the Dogwood tree.

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Jun 22, 2018 20:57 | #14

Grasshopper nymph with spotted eyes.

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Jun 23, 2018 18:47 | #15

Stilt-legged Fly. Thanks to LordV for the ID.

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