Chinese Mantid

Chinese Mantid

This Chinese Mantid was photographed in Coventry, RI using a Canon 20D, 180mm macro lens, Manfrotto Tripod, and cable release.

I believe that insects often stare into a lens because they can see their own reflection.

Created by: Msmichellelynn.

Tools Used: Canon 20D with Canon 100mm macro lens

Created on: September 2006

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Image Number: 35134

Comments:

Azkul from USA on May 8, 2008 at 12:43 AM said:

What's the difference between a mantid and a mantis? I thought it's a Chinese Mantis. Either way, it's a wonderful image, depth of field is good, and it looks sharp.

Alandra from westcoast Canada on Aug 5, 2007 at 3:05 AM said:

great image of the mantis. Am curious as to which macro lens you used, as you mention 2 different lenses, - at the top (in Tools) you say you used a 100mm macro, but in the comments area, you wrote that it was a 180mm macro. I still haven't decided which macro lens to get, - which is why I'm querying. thanks.

Brian from Utah on Aug 4, 2007 at 7:08 PM said:

This is a great photograph of a praying mantis. The depth of field is awesome as well as the pose and facial expression. It looks like it's smiling for the camera like any other portrait (except for the fact that its a bug).

Doug Hough from California on Jun 6, 2007 at 11:16 PM said:

Great stuff, you have a lot of impresssive images in your gallery. I'm looking forward to seeing more.

Tania (TMR8) from Taranaki New Zealand on Apr 10, 2007 at 6:07 AM said:

It is nice to see the insects up close and clear beautiful capture

km from TX on Feb 21, 2007 at 8:41 PM said:

The mantis is unique in the insect world because it can turn its head and look back at you. They remind me of a tiny dinosaur. Great macro with sharp detail.

Golda from Port Alberni,Vancouver Is.Canada on Feb 21, 2007 at 11:20 AM said:

Wonderful image.

Steve Brown (sgbrown) from UK on Feb 21, 2007 at 8:59 AM said:

Well, if that's the case, you sure take advantage of the fact with exquisite skill!

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