Thematic Show me your insects

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**dadipentak** · 09-25-2017, 09:32 AM

While I was waiting for birds on that dead oak out back, I noticed some insect activity at the ends of some of the highest branches. I'd never seen that before so--since I was bored--I took some shots with the K-3 + Tamron 1.4x TC + F*600/4. The distance is about 35 meters. These are cropped to <1mp.

**KC0PET** · 09-25-2017, 06:20 PM - **3 Likes**

**WPRESTO** · 09-26-2017, 03:17 AM

Either that mantis had an exceptionally big meal, or she's ready to deposit an egg sack.

**WPRESTO** · 09-26-2017, 03:24 PM - **1 Like**

A katydid from Monday AM.

Doundounba · 09-27-2017, 09:16 AM - **8 Likes**

I posted a bunch of Painted Lady butterfly shots in the K-3 Sample Shots thread, but rather than repost here, I'm opting to show you my latest insect shots. Been on a pretty good roll, if I may say so myself... As usual, D-FA 100mm WR, Raynox DCR-250 and off-camera, diffused flash. Second shot is a focus stack (seven frames).

**WPRESTO** · 09-27-2017, 11:00 AM

Outstanding

Thagomizer · 09-27-2017, 12:04 PM - **1 Like**

This ladybug in a hurry refused to wait for my flash to recharge, so we've got some movement happening. I was walking backwards, trying to stay ahead of it while it was scurrying along the handrail it was motoring along.

---------- Post added 09-27-17 at 03:33 PM ----------

Large Milkweed Bugs (Oncopeltus fasciatus) in various growth stages and congregations.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4497/23505011318_44e3e98554_b.jpg

Dreams beyond the milkweed...

hangman43 · 09-28-2017, 02:18 PM - **3 Likes**

**chuck_c** · 10-01-2017, 07:11 PM - **2 Likes**

My first posted photo with this "new to me" lens. A Macro-Takumar 50mm f4 on the K-3. Also posted as my first ever entry into the "Single in" Challenge.

Bugs. Tiny and tinier, by Chuck Campbell, on Flickr

**Tonytee** · 10-02-2017, 10:39 PM

Pentax K-50 body with Pentax-DA 55-300mm ED Lens. This was fun. I liked the way it turned out.

Thanks for viewing.

TT

**noelcmn** · 10-03-2017, 03:22 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by WPRESTO

Outstanding

+1 On that comment.

Nice to see you back! DO we get some more?

From the pollinators thread

Not really suitable for a 70-300 Macro lens

**WPRESTO** · 10-03-2017, 03:28 AM

Originally posted by noelcmn

+1 On that comment.Nice to see you back! DO we get some more?

If you you're expecting more insects from me - eventually. Attending to matters surrounding the death of my sister, when we haven't quite finished all the matters from the death of my sister-in-law, has put a crimp on my photo activities. Mostly a few captures when walking the dog.

BTW: The hoverfly is an enviable capture. I've tried that many times, and come up with fine examples of pure bokeh.

Doundounba · 10-03-2017, 06:41 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by WPRESTO

Outstanding

Originally posted by noelcmn

+1 On that comment.

Thank you both!

Quote:

Nice to see you back! DO we get some more?

Not sure if that was directed at me or WPresto, but here's my latest. Not quite at the same level at the previous two shots, but hey... A near-macro "Bug In Flight", a (live) butterfly wing macro, and a non-macro shot of a huge darner dragonfly. I encourage you to go see the butterfly wing over at Flickr and click on the image there to see it close up. The details on these wings are pretty amazing, IMHO.

photolady95 · 10-03-2017, 07:39 AM - **1 Like**

i can't be sure but I think the "welcome back" was directed at hangman.

Nice insects lately guys. Keep 'em coming!

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WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,084	A katydid from Monday AM. Attached Images

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Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,429	My favorite insect in the whole world. Pentax K-50 body with Pentax-DA 55-300mm ED Lens. This was fun. I liked the way it turned out. Thanks for viewing. TT

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dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	While I was waiting for birds on that dead oak out back, I noticed some insect activity at the ends of some of the highest branches. I'd never seen that before so--since I was bored--I took some shots with the K-3 + Tamron 1.4x TC + F*600/4. The distance is about 35 meters. These are cropped to <1mp.

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WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,084	Either that mantis had an exceptionally big meal, or she's ready to deposit an egg sack.

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Doundounba Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Montréal QC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,351	I posted a bunch of Painted Lady butterfly shots in the K-3 Sample Shots thread, but rather than repost here, I'm opting to show you my latest insect shots. Been on a pretty good roll, if I may say so myself... As usual, D-FA 100mm WR, Raynox DCR-250 and off-camera, diffused flash. Second shot is a focus stack (seven frames).

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Thagomizer Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: London Ontario Posts: 2,068	This ladybug in a hurry refused to wait for my flash to recharge, so we've got some movement happening. I was walking backwards, trying to stay ahead of it while it was scurrying along the handrail it was motoring along. ---------- Post added 09-27-17 at 03:33 PM ---------- Large Milkweed Bugs (Oncopeltus fasciatus) in various growth stages and congregations. https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4497/23505011318_44e3e98554_b.jpg Dreams beyond the milkweed...

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chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	My first posted photo with this "new to me" lens. A Macro-Takumar 50mm f4 on the K-3. Also posted as my first ever entry into the "Single in" Challenge. Bugs. Tiny and tinier, by Chuck Campbell, on Flickr

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noelcmn Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Africa-Johannesburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 46,151	Originally posted by WPRESTO Outstanding +1 On that comment. Nice to see you back! DO we get some more? From the pollinators thread Not really suitable for a 70-300 Macro lens

10-03-2017, 03:28 AM	#3853
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,084	Originally posted by noelcmn +1 On that comment.Nice to see you back! DO we get some more? If you you're expecting more insects from me - eventually. Attending to matters surrounding the death of my sister, when we haven't quite finished all the matters from the death of my sister-in-law, has put a crimp on my photo activities. Mostly a few captures when walking the dog. BTW: The hoverfly is an enviable capture. I've tried that many times, and come up with fine examples of pure bokeh.

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Doundounba Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Montréal QC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,351	Originally posted by WPRESTO Outstanding Originally posted by noelcmn +1 On that comment. Thank you both! Quote: Nice to see you back! DO we get some more? Not sure if that was directed at me or WPresto, but here's my latest. Not quite at the same level at the previous two shots, but hey... A near-macro "Bug In Flight", a (live) butterfly wing macro, and a non-macro shot of a huge darner dragonfly. I encourage you to go see the butterfly wing over at Flickr and click on the image there to see it close up. The details on these wings are pretty amazing, IMHO.

10-03-2017, 07:39 AM - 1 Like	#3855
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712 Original Poster	i can't be sure but I think the "welcome back" was directed at hangman. Nice insects lately guys. Keep 'em coming!

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