On a rainy day I found this mantis resting on our window screen. My camera isn’t water resistant so I snapped quickly.
Praying Mantis
On a rainy day I found this mantis resting on our window screen. My camera isn’t water resistant so I snapped quickly.
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Great shot! Although I have to admit, creatures like this are not a favourite 😒.
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Thank you Ashley! They are rather ferocious while appearing unassuming. I think they’re fascinating. Not easy on the eyes though, I agree. 🤣
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He’s awesome
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Hi Steve, and thank you! I think so too. They are powerful and can take good care of themselves. Interesting creatures. Happy New Year!
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Whoa, what big eyes you have! 😁 Cool shot, Sandra!
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Thank you Donna! Their eyes are so striking, aren’t they? I hope you’re doing well.
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I absolutely adore praying mantis. And they seem to like me 😁
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Oh what a great ability to have! I hear they’re believed to be a sign of good fortune. You must be a lucky lady!
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Thank you 😀😀 I am blessed 🏖️🎵🎶
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Those two black dots for eyes just don’t seem real.
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I know, right?! They are rather sinister looking.
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Wow, great macro shot, Sandra. You really got up close and personal.
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Thank you Chris! I think maybe the rain kept him from scurrying off and I used my zoom to get in close. I’m happy you enjoyed this one! Happy Friday!
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That’s a great idea to use the zoom lens for macro shots.
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Nice shot.
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Thank you Anja! I appreciate your feedback!
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Sandra, I love this picture. It’s almost like she posed for you. Take care. Scott.
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Hi Scott, thank you so much! I love the tilt of the chin, she does look like she is posing. You take good care too!
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Wow! Amazing shot my friend!
Have a lovely day my friend!
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Thank you Nancy! Happy Friday, we made it through a rather wild week!
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Amen, Sandra!
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Perfect, Mark! 🤣
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Such odd creatures, nice capture!
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Yes they are odd! Thank you Ellen!
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😮👌
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Thank you Stacie!
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It’s good that you snapped quickly. Those creatures are greased lightning when it comes to snatching things: purses, wallets, spiders, small children, large children, shiny new cameras…
Great photo Sandra.
Cheers,
–Lance
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