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Mantis religiosa

Photo by DoinaRussu
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this is my first Mantis religiosa found between the blades of grass on the lake...

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Comments (15)
Atul
Wish i could take pictures like these!!!
DoinaRussu
surekha, many thanks for visiting and the kind words!
surekha
Beautiful series of captures! He seems to be having a great day!!
DoinaRussu
Thank you very much, Atul! Have a great day!
DoinaRussu
Many thanks, textless! Indeed, this insect is a great actor, make show!:)
DoinaRussu
Of course,Brandon! I would like to discuss in private the details; I need your email address
Atul
fantastic series Doina
textless
Great series... Mantids are so much fun to watch.
BrandonBlount
Doina, do you sell your images? I rarely come across something that catches my eye quite like that last photo. I would really like to get a copy of it for the wall in my house. :-D
DoinaRussu
Thank you so much, Brandon, for your the kind words and your appreciation! I'm honored!
DoinaRussu
Thanks a lot for appreciation, courtney83 !
BrandonBlount
Awesome find, GREAT SHOTS!! That last one would look Awesome blown up and hung on the wall!!!!

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PublishedOctober 7, 2011

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