Spilosthetus pandurus
Spilosthetus pandurus
Written by Tuesday, 12 May 2009 00:00
“They too, are created by the same loving hand of God which Created us ... It is our duty to Protect Them and to promote their well-being.” Mother Teresa
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Spilosthetus pandurus (Family: Lygaeidae) We found these insects on a Nerium oleander shrub where they stayed for days, breeding on the leaves and branches and feeding on the seeds of the plant. These insects are not particularly shy (the shrub was next to the side walk, so they were used to the presence of humans) and they went on with their regular activities despite the use of a flash. We took hundreds of photos during the next couple of weeks shooting them at every possible angle. Apart from the usual photos showing the insect’s details we tried our best to take as many shots of them breeding as possible. The use of the 180 mm Tamron allowed us to work in high magnification without getting too close to the insects or the leaves of the shrub. Unfortunately, the shrub was placed under a huge pine tree therefore the use of flash was mandatory at all times. Photos by Marina Parha and George J. Reclos 1. Camera: Nikon D700 2. Camera: Nikon D700 3. Camera: Nikon D700 4. Camera: Nikon D700 5. Camera: Nikon D700 |
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