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And a mantis for the road...
Rose Fletcher

And a mantis for the road... (Not known)

I don't know the species name, but this little creature, less than an inch long, is an adult praying mantis. Not only tiny, but beautifully camouflaged. They are common around here, but I seldom spot them. Everything about this little one is designed to confuse they eye, including its own eye.
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Location
Goolwa Beach, South Australia
Date taken
November 12, 2011
Scientific name
Not known
Equipment used
Panasonic FT1
Stanley Jones
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What an impressive little predator this gorgeous creature is Rose. Excellent narrative describing the uniqueness of this Mantis. Superb!!!
 
R
Great insect photograph Rose. I have been up in the NT around Darwin area. I had a great time getting many bird photos.
Rookery.
 

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