9.07.2011

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A few days ago one praying mantis moved into the light that illuminates the front door, then yesterday a second one arrived. They move about the fixture throughout the day and if I get close they turn their heads and look right back at me with their bulging curious preying eyes. I love finding both of them when I leave or come home. Possibly if they find mates (as I think these are females) we will have mantis nymphs running around in late spring!

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6 comments:

Sandy said...

Great photos! I love watching praying mantis. They look like they will take on anyone no matter what their size.

Jennifer said...

Beautiful photos! :)

ana said...

oh! that praying mantis is awesome :D

Stacey said...

They really are amazing and I think one waved at me yesterday. ;)

mello said...

Nice photos! I love the DOF in the insect pic! (although bugs usually creep me out)

TuckersAlley Blog - Kelly Quinn said...

Love the macro of the Praying Mantis. ;-) Great pictures!!