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Tiny Beetle

Tiny Beetle

I found this tiny beetle on part of our Patio blocks. I really didn't know what it was. I brought it up under our Gazebo and placed it on a bit of Orangey-...
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I found this tiny beetle on part of our Patio blocks. I really didn't know what it was. I brought it up under our Gazebo and placed it on a bit of Orangey-Red Decorative Garden Mulch. It wasn't quite 1-4" long. I never imagined I would get this much detail. I hand held but propped the Lens Hood for my 100mm Macro against the table for leverage and was able to get the shot.
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Pin sharp, great detail and perfect composition...great shot

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Thanks so much. I worked hard to get this shot. Felt sorry for the little beetle, but he survived!

Excellent macro, crisp and bright..

Excellent job on this.

Excellent macro , voted Insects and Critters

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excellent macro my dear , I find these guys hard to get !

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Fantastic capture with great detail.

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Great macro...wow! really well done! :)

Wonderful capture with perfect details & colors!!

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An icky, well-captured photo, Gail! Voted Mini-Animals.

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