Amazing Predator
Aug 21, 2012 16:50:07 #
Captured this series this morning. The wasp or hornet was so engrossed in eating the caterpillar that I was able to get within inches to capture this series.The last photo shows the body of the caterpillar hanging by a thread from the head which the Hornet(?) has in his mouth.
I think the first two captures show where I believe the predator has injected enzymes into the body of the victim and you can see the tissue being liquified.
Aug 21, 2012 16:55:44 #
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Aug 22, 2012 08:26:03 #
Stevieboy wrote:
Captured this series this morning. The wasp or hornet was so engrossed in eating the caterpillar that I was able to get within inches to capture this series.The last photo shows the body of the caterpillar hanging by a thread from the head which the Hornet(?) has in his mouth.
:thumbup:
Aug 22, 2012 08:26:14 #
Great shots! I believe this is called a Paper Wasp. I think it is one of the most beautiful.
Aug 22, 2012 08:36:40 #
Stevieboy wrote:
Captured this series this morning. The wasp or hornet was so engrossed in eating the caterpillar that I was able to get within inches to capture this series.The last photo shows the body of the caterpillar hanging by a thread from the head which the Hornet(?) has in his mouth.
Nice shots Steve. Right time, right place!
Aug 22, 2012 10:28:44 #
Aug 22, 2012 10:50:24 #
Glad you liked. Total luck. Was standing right there and it happened right in front of me.
Aug 22, 2012 10:59:51 #
Amazing shots! Just out of interest for a relative newcomer what lens/settings did you use for these?
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