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Steve Maxson
08-24-2010, 11:48 AM
This small (about 1/4 inch) Ambush Bug (Family Reduviidae) was lurking at the edge of a black-eyed susan flower. When I touched the stem, it perked up anticipating that lunch was about to arrive. :) 40D, MP-E 65 mm, 1/100, f/16, ISO 400, macro twin flash (diffused), hand held. NR on background. All comments are welcome and appreciated.

OvidiuCavasdan
08-25-2010, 01:42 AM
Nice bug and pose! I like the colors and composition. I'm always amazed by the images taken with that lens!

Jonathan Ashton
08-25-2010, 03:44 AM
What a cracker - you really can handle that lens Steve - congratulations I like the composition, the colours - everything!!

Allen Sparks
08-25-2010, 06:52 AM
Just amazing! I like the framing with the background flower. Great sharpness and overall composition.

Roman Kurywczak
08-25-2010, 10:13 AM
Hey Steve,
Yep....another one out of the ballpark!!! Comp, light, BG.....sharpness! Outstanding!:cheers::cheers::cheers:

Ken Childs
08-25-2010, 10:50 AM
These thing really do look like tiny dinosaurs!
A perfect angle. I just don't know how you and Vida can get amazing HH shots like this!

Julie Kenward
08-25-2010, 08:47 PM
I love these little guys! Nice work getting his entire frame inside the yellow petal. Great concise work with that lens again - super image!

Jim Bridges
08-26-2010, 07:06 AM
I not sure if we have any of these little guys in this area of Texas...I've never seen one, but this image looks great to me. The detail on the bug is fantastic!

Ken Childs
08-26-2010, 07:23 AM
I not sure if we have any of these little guys in this area of Texas...I've never seen one
Jim, you probably have them there but these things are great at hiding in plain sight because their camouflage is so good. Many times you'll find them because you see their prey.

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