Carolina Mantid - 10-10-08 by Leeco
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Nikon 7900 pocket camera, hand-held image.
In keeping with my last two postings and because I came upon this one today, I am posting one more image of a Mantid. This one is a different species and is a bit smaller species than the Preying Mantis (Mantis religosa) I showed for the past two days. This one is a Carolina Mantid (Stagmomantis Carolina).
Thanks to those who take the time to comment.
Lee
Comments (17)
I have seldom seen this breed. outstanding macro Lee
WOW. Nice insect :-). Super.
He got quite a Scottish outfit, looks like a very smart golfer! A super photo, Lee.
A beautiful creature. I am so pleased that as humans, we can observe and apperciate them rather than fear them. Or be hunted by them. Great pic.
A new type for me. Excellent display
Nice shot! I'm not sure I could hold one their so creepy!
Nice capture...
great foto, hes also staring at you with its pinhole eyes.
I don't think I'd be able to hold still if it were on me, kudos to you for your non-squeamishness around insects. Great shot, excellent detail!
I agree with Andrea he looks like he's dressed in Scotch Tweed, I see that this one has also turned it's left eye all the way round to look at you Lee. I still can't get over that, I wonder how their tiny brain compensates. Never seen one this colour before either. You not only have a fantastic array of differing little critters but an equal array of differing species. I think word has got out to the insect kingdom, that it's prety safe on your land. Superb capture and presentation. Bravo!!!!!
I just love mantis! They always seem friendly (are they?...): just show them your hand and they start exploring :-) Never seen one like this before. Great shot!
what a interesting insekt! Wonderful photo!
Fantastic capture! Excellent details. Bunny
Another one of your amazing insects collection, looks pretty harmless from here... I concur with just about everyone else, never seen a specimen in this colour. well done. BB
impressive macro....
Wonderful creature. I wish, we had some. But in Germany there a mantis only on the "Kaiserstuhl" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaiserstuhl) in the South of Germany. Great shot, my friend.
Man the sharpness of this one is awesome! I would love to find a Mantid. Great shot man!