sippyjug104 wrote:
I found this Velvet Longhorn Beetle on my recent walkabout. I brought it back for a focus stacking session and I find the shape of their eyes to be quite interesting.
Emarginate is the term, I believe.
This is beautiful.
I knew a lady, Elaine Hodges, look her up. Well worth the look at her work.
A scientific illustrator.
Her PhD Husband was (both gone now)an expert in moths, Dr. Ronald Hodges.
I met them at Maryland Entomology Society member meetings.
Once upon a time it took an illustrator to produce this clarity.
Tiny hairs and pits could not be photographed with enough definition. It was a time consuming art.
Your photos now fill the bill.
Ever think of a second career?(joke). I never. Enjoy retirement.
One of your best efforts.
Now, hope this is not Trochoferus campestris (field dweller, ??).
An invasive that likes apple, cherry, and peach trees amongst others.
If it is, the authorities might like to know. Post a full body photo.
I would like to know, too.
Hope things are settling into your new routine.
Say hello to your house guest for me, Gary.
Bill