some more new photos

[mike_c]

Here are four more insect photos. As usual, click through the images to see the full resolution photos on Smugmug if you like.

The first two images are of Golofa porteri, the caliper rhinoceros beetle from Venezuela. The common name references the long forelegs, i.e. like a machinist's measuring calipers. The standard dorsal view doesn't do this species justice. The frontal view shows the long horns, one on the head and the other on the first thoracic segment:






The next image is Chrysina adelaida, a jewel scarab beetle from Mexico:




Finally, this is Sternotomis amabilis from Cameroon:



I hope you enjoy them!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. You create astonishing photos, my dear mike_c!

These are simply first rate. The level of detail and the colors and composition tell me that not only are you a scientist, but also an artist.

Thank you!

[mike_c]

3. I'm so glad you like them

[ShazzieB]

2. These are lovely.

Last edited Mon Jul 31, 2023, 12:29 AM - Edit history (1)

I especially love the jewel scarab beetle. That one would make a beautiful Christmas ornament with that color palette.

[mike_c]

4. here's another red and green beetle

Or maybe it's more orange and green, LOL.

[AndyS]

5. You are the King of insect imaging.

I tried once and won't do it again, it's an exercise in frustration and humiliating. Like golf.

The symetry you achieve is astonishing!

[mike_c]

7. "like golf"

I think I'd rather eat a golf ball than follow it around on a golf course! The community I live in has eight golf courses. Nope. Not my thing either.

[AndyS]

9. Ya' know why they call it golf?

'Cause "Aw Fuck!" was already taken . . .

[mike_c]

10. omg

[Gato Moteado]

6. amazing work, as always, man!

[mike_c]

8. thanks!

[Grumpy Old Guy]

11. I love these!