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Old 08-15-2009, 09:46 PM
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Found this fellow yesterday lounging around in front of the school by our home.

[IMG]Long Horn[/IMG]
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Old 08-15-2009, 09:53 PM
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Haha when I saw the title I was expeting some kind of cattle. Wow Michael this is an awesome capture. You really got the best out of this little bug. So much detail and excellent composition. Outstanding once again Michael.

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Old 08-15-2009, 09:54 PM
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woah he is a prickly lil fella we just get bugs no lovely insects to shoot here so thank you for sharing yours !! great capture
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Looks a bit creepy but a great capture. Cheers, Bernz
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Old 08-15-2009, 10:43 PM
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Wow Michael - the focus and clarity is awesome .. very well captured
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Pretty cool Michael... Nice macro buddy.
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What a pin sharp shot you have taken there it is fantastic, he is an ugly little begger ain't he. Thanks for sharing.
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Old 08-15-2009, 11:02 PM
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Haha when I saw the title I was expeting some kind of cattle. Wow Michael this is an awesome capture. You really got the best out of this little bug. So much detail and excellent composition. Outstanding once again Michael.

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Thanks Dave, Just passing time yesterday. I hope to get out again today, although It looks like the rain may be back.

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woah he is a prickly lil fella we just get bugs no lovely insects to shoot here so thank you for sharing yours !! great capture
Your Welcome FoG, Thanks for the comments.

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Looks a bit creepy but a great capture. Cheers, Bernz
Creepy? It's just a sweet little bug. Thanks Bernz.

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Wow Michael - the focus and clarity is awesome .. very well captured
I appreciate the Kind words Hayward. Thanks.

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Pretty cool Michael... Nice macro buddy.
Thanks my Friend! Hope all is well with your this fine Day!

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What a pin sharp shot you have taken there it is fantastic, he is an ugly little begger ain't he. Thanks for sharing.
Yup, but I celebrate diversity!! even in bugs. Thanks Dave.
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Fantastic macro, great detail and composition.
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Great capture Micheal ! I love the contrast you got out of it .

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