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Hangin' out - 12-27-2011, 09:37 AM

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One of my buddies in the prairie...

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12-27-2011, 09:38 AM


Beautiful details!

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12-27-2011, 11:16 AM


LOVE that light Jim, and a cute little buggar!!!

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12-27-2011, 11:24 AM


Jim,

Beautiful photo! And, I have to agree with Therese about that great light. But, cute? Nah, more like something out of a horror movie. :)

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12-27-2011, 07:30 PM


Nice shot. Looks like he might not trust you. Keeping a close eye on ya.
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12-28-2011, 07:49 AM


Thanks y'all for the comments! I hunt for these little guys all year long...one of my favorite subjects!

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12-28-2011, 09:47 PM


Watched a great online documentary on Mantis'; over 2000 species throughout the world. : )

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Watched a great online documentary on Mantis'; over 2000 species throughout the world. : )
Thanks for the comment James! They are bugs with an attitude...

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12-31-2011, 10:01 AM


These guys have ONE thing on their mind. Good one Jim!

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12-31-2011, 10:58 AM


Cool portrait Jim.

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Thanks for the comments Bill and Steve!

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Yes. Most excellent. Publish worthy.

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Thanks a lot for looking and the comments John and Kendra!

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