Snug as a Bug... [Details / Macro Techniques and Photoshop Photos]
Uploaded: May 28, 2016 10:45:52 | Entered: January 17, 2023 10:00:55
Took a while to ID this little guy...it's a varied carpet beetle - hence the title... This beetle is a common species often considered a pest in domestic houses where the larvae may damage natural fibers. The adults (like this fellow) feed on the pollen and nectar of flowering plants.
A resub into d/m 07/20
Tammy M. Anderson May 28, 2016
Outstanding capture of this small guy. Great focus, dof and close-up, Val. #1659168Leslie McLain May 28, 2016
Fantastic capture, Val. #11479223Lisa R. Buffington May 29, 2016
Awesome capture, great work. #11479473Gord MacEachern May 31, 2016
Another reason why I am always in awe of your work Val !!!! #11480895Gord MacEachern May 31, 2016
Another reason why I am always in awe of your work Val !!!! #11480896Kathy Salerni June 03, 2016
I love your DOF on this gorgeous macro, Val! Outstanding in every way! #11481811Reynaldo D. Reyes June 04, 2016
Through the magic of your lens, we see a glimpse of the world of this beetle that is enjoying its work on this flower. Your work is truly inspirational Val and it inspires me to go out and really do some serious photography. Well done! I'll venture again for another Winner. on this one. #11482431Patricia A. Casey June 18, 2016
How sweet...title & capture....winner on this one....at least for me! Cheers, Val! =^..^= #11486300Margaret L. Jones January 29, 2019
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