Violin Mantis
Uploaded: March 10, 2009
Gongylus Gongyloides
This is a new species to my captive mantis breeding program.
Another weird and wonderful sample of the world of nature.
Shot at f16 with sb24 for main light and an sb25 with blue gel fired onto a piece of fake fur to give a more natural background.
Daniella Puente March 10, 2009
Amazing...first time I see one like this! #1096010Monnie Ryan March 10, 2009
What an interesting mantis -- I've never seen one before either. Neat! #7267245Rebecca K. Lefferts March 10, 2009
Amazing shot- and what an awesome mantis! Very interesting posture. #7267388Summer A. Kozisek March 11, 2009
Great macro, and very cool critter! #7274431Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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