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Beetle in flight

Beetle in flight

Taken at the Wichita Mts Wildlife Refuge.

Taken at the Wichita Mts Wildlife Refuge.
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Location

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in SW Oklahoma.

Time

Probably between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Lighting

Just typical cloudless day, bright sunshine.

Equipment

Canon Rebel EOS

Inspiration

The beetle, Cottonwood Borer, was sitting on a branch. I was hoping for a still, it flew as I was pressing the shutter button. Pure luck that it is in focus.

Editing

Cropping.

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Canon 7Ti, 18-55 kit lens, Raynox Magnifier, Nikon P-610, Canon AE-1 film camera with 50mm kit lens.

Feedback

Bugs can be tough. You need a lot of patience and a good macro lens helps.

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