Spiny Leaf Insect by Darren Post
This little guy hatched today. His egg still attatced to one foot was gently removed by Jan which greatly assisted in his mobility. The eggs are approx 5mm in size, we’ve 138 to go…
Photo Information:
27th October 2008
EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Focal Length: 60.0mm
Aperture: 11.0
Shutter: 1/100
ISO: 100
Flash: 430EX (diffuser)
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Wow !! what a gruesome looking little beastie !! fantastic capture Darren !!
This is just so amazing!!
wow! This makes me think of an alien invasion! Love the little water drops and other fine detail. Fantastic macro !!! – Dawn
Absolutely Amazing Sweetie….WOW
Wow, this is an awesome capture!! Well done!! hugs :-)
OOOOH MY WORD !!! You have robbed me of all words with this strange looking insect ! You have taken an awesome and impressive macro shot !
Fantastic shot!
WOW Thats a great shot and a even cooler thing to see! Amazing work!
Thanks guys … you know I’m now checking the remaining 138 eggs every time I pass by. It’s hard to believe he fitted in that little egg… plus it’d be very cool to get some hatching photos. ;-)
Incredible…..you need a time-lapse camera.