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Posted by MikeBinOK on Fri Jul 01, 2005 4:48 pm

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While a wheelbug sucks the life out of a honeybee victim, two soldier beetles go at it just inches away, bringing new life into the world. Philosophical, isn't it?

This was a very dark and windy day, and I had a number of failed attempts to get this shot. I'm pleased with how it came out, though.

EOS 10D and 180mm lens (288mm effective FOV)
1/100th second @ f/11
ISO 400
Tripod mount
macro flash combined with natural light

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Oklahoma City, OK

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by D7avid on Fri Jul 01, 2005 5:07 pm

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wow nature at its most exciting..cool behavior shot

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by urbaneks on Fri Jul 01, 2005 5:38 pm

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Great shot. I've never seen a wheel bug before. Pretty awesome creature. Would love to see some closeups of that guy if you have any.

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by Wil Hershberger on Fri Jul 01, 2005 6:33 pm

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Cool shot. It's dangerous out there

I would be pleased too, this is terrific.
Thanks for posting,

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by MikeBinOK on Fri Jul 01, 2005 6:48 pm

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urbaneks wrote:Great shot. I've never seen a wheel bug before. Pretty awesome creature. Would love to see some closeups of that guy if you have any.

Hi Urbaneks--

Glad you liked the shot--Check this out:

http://www.naturescapes.net/phpBB3/view ... t=wheelbug

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by Steve Mason on Sat Jul 02, 2005 8:56 am

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MikeBinOK wrote:This was a very dark and windy day, and I had a number of failed attempts to get this shot. I'm pleased with how it came out, though.

Very cool shot. Ever notice how the wind always picks up when you bring out the macro gear? :roll:

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by Kenny_k on Sun Jul 03, 2005 8:02 am

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Very cool!! Nice as presented!

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by Michael Brown on Sun Jul 03, 2005 11:52 am

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The comp, the details, the lighting and colors, and of course the action, ............. very cool shot Mike!!!

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by artsevestre on Sun Jul 03, 2005 1:01 pm

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Wheeee.. I've never seen a wheelbug before. That looks like a very interesting and impressive animal!

The combination of actions in this image is quite unbelievable. Both actions captured apart would be great already, but having them together is really special. Background and perch are great too.

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by Davidw on Wed Jul 06, 2005 2:18 pm