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Pair of Praying Mantis Insects

Pair of Praying Mantis Insects

A macro shot of two praying mantis that are about to mate or fight.

A macro shot of two praying mantis that are about to mate or fight.
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Canon EOS 5D Mark II

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Aperture f/7.1 ISO 400 Shutter 1/160

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Aug, 2013

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Outstanding Creativity

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fantastic macro and close up of the two praying mantis, beautiful image and splendid photograph

Awesome capture!!

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