Insect photography

Joanie

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It's finally spring in Wisconsin! Just wanted to share my attempts at nature photography. These are waterstriders (Gerris sp.).
 

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Darwinsdad

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I am not real sure but from seeing them around here that looks like a "stink bug" if that is the case you are most definetly better off taking pics....they really do stink when you smush em
 

Joanie

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Thanks Vayu Son--hopefully I'll get lots more practice taking insect pics when the weather warms up more!

And no, those are waterstriders--stink bugs are in the same order, different family. I know a stink bug when I see it (or smell it!) :p
 

OldHag

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Water skeeters/striders stink to HIGH HEAVEN!!!! maybe thats why he calls them that. Next time pick one up and sniff it!! But make sure your sitting down. LOL
Michelle
 
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