The number of bugs are starting to really dwindle down now, but I did find this guy roaming around on Saturday. He was on the concrete, so I found a nearby lichened branch, and got a few shots.
He did not like being moved around, and proved his "Stinkbug/Squashbug" name. Notice the small bug that crawled up on to his antenna.
Canon 1D IV, MP-E65, MR-14 Diffused, ISO200, f16, 1/250 sec
Hi Patrick, this is a cool looking bug and I like the bed of lichen it's crawling on. I'd like a bit more DOF but with that lens, I don't think that was possible. I like tight crops but this one feels too tight so if you have it, I'd try adding more canvas to the bottom. It looks a little dark so I'd also try lightening it up a very small amount. Dropping down slightly while shooting might have given a better angle but since I wasn't there, I'm not sure what this would have done to the BG. We need more bug pictures to get us through the winter so keep 'em coming! :)
I think the hitchhiker might be a springtail but I can't be sure.
Hey Patrick,
I agree with Ken's assesment on angle....and a hair more room if you have it. I also think you could go a little lighter......but perhaps just lightening the hitch-hiker???....that alone may do the trick! Overall.....this was very nicely done!
Hi Patrick. Nice soft lighting with your flash - I like that the background didn't go black - and good sharpness within your DOF. The crop seems a little tight to me too - though, with that lens you may not have much more room to work with. The "passenger" adds interest, although I would wish that it was a bit more distinct so we could better tell what it was. :) Keep them coming.
To be honest, I barely saw the little critter when it ran up on the leg and antenna of the stinkbug. I only cropped a tiny bit off the top and right. With this lens and camera, this is as large as I could get. I think I will get a 5D II to use with this lens. Good suggestion on lightening, especially on the friend.
As for the angle, I did get lower with some other shots, but the small insect was underneath the large one and I liked the addition of the small bug.
Here is a closeup of the little guy, if someone can get an ID.
Hey Patrick. I like the repost - perhaps more than the OP. :) It really shows off the capabilities of that lens. Great detail on both insects. The little guy is a type of aphid. You might find BugGuide.net helpful in identifying insects - check it out. :)
Ah,you have Stinkbugs in Texas too!
Nice camouflage,and I think the small one is a larvae from the same species,but I'm not sure.
The larvaes can look quite odd.
Wonderful detail in both images! Wow! Others have provided helpful hints. What amazes me is the beauty of this obnoxious bug! I fear the stink bugs I find indoors are fed to our chickens. :-)
Stinkbug and Friend
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