Praying Mantis

© Heather Loewenhardt

Praying Mantis

Uploaded: October 21, 2023 | Entered: October 21, 2023 08:21:16

Description

Praying Mantis -Twice I tried to vacuum up this insect with my leaf vacuum before I realized what it was. She stays on the same bush and I think she is pregnant and will lay an egg sack. Not sure how I feel about that. I grabbed my maco lens and my Canon R5 for this image.

Comments

Terry Korpela level-deluxe October 21, 2023

Nicely Done Heather! #1807552

Joannie Bertucci level-classic October 21, 2023 1

Best maternity portrait I've ever seen Heather! :-) Stunning macro work with exceptional details! Are you planning a family portrait? :-) fave #12057591

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