Ambush Bug

[Steve Maxson]

A small Ambush Bug on a goldenrod - waiting for unsuspecting prey to appear. 1DX II, Sigma 150mm macro, 1/160, f/16, ISO 800, KX-800 macro twin lite (diffused) as main light, hand held. NR on background.

[Allen Sparks]

Hi Steve,
A very well camouflaged predator and nicely presented in this image. Critical focus looks good and I like the included "habitat" of the goldenrod. Well composed and nice tones.
Allen

[Jonathan Ashton]

What an amazing insect love the pose and the composition details and colours - a fine shot!.

[John Mack]

Too cool i have seen these only a couple of times. Like how it is hiding in the golden rod.