Mother? Mantis
Oct 31, 2023 17:02:22 #
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
Oct 31, 2023 17:20:36 #
I don't think sex of an insect is the purpose of this section. But otherwise, wonderful captures!
Oct 31, 2023 17:48:00 #
jkm757 wrote:
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
Spectacular closeups
Oct 31, 2023 18:04:27 #
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Nov 1, 2023 00:04:25 #
Nov 1, 2023 05:14:57 #
Really nice set! Even though they are not true macro images you may try posting in that section and asking your question. There are some members who are very good with insect questions and answers. They also hang out in the gallery.
Nov 1, 2023 05:35:03 #
This Mantis was not acting natural, she is a paid model performer, but, you indeed got your money's worth... In photo 4, she has a beautiful face and a Long sexy neck.
Nov 1, 2023 06:35:45 #
jkm757 wrote:
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
WOW!! These are incredible photos. I need to try to do more Insects photography. I love the photos. Filled the frames and SO sharp. Post more when you can. Thanks BE SAFE!!
Tom
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Nov 1, 2023 07:05:19 #
jkm757 wrote:
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
Fantastic set!!!
Nov 1, 2023 11:10:37 #
tcthome
Loc: NJ
jkm757 wrote:
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
Don't know about the expecting thing but, really nice captures
Nov 1, 2023 15:16:27 #
jkm757 wrote:
Good shots. This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
And, yes, it is a big female.
Nov 1, 2023 15:22:10 #
I only just now noticed that her right antenna is broken. Maybe the her husband bit back before being beheaded.
Nov 1, 2023 18:43:30 #
jkm757 wrote:
This Mantis was on my back porch a few days ago. I'm no Mantis expert, but from the size and shape of it's abdomen I'm thinking it's a pregnant female.
Nice shots.
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