Another day of chasing butterflies around the yard. Something flew over my shoulder and landed in the elderberry bush. I nice big green grasshopper.
I spent a few minutes snapping away. It didn’t seem to bother it.
It was even kind enough to sit still for a few close-ups. Looks like it is wearing armor.
In this picture, I was shooting into the shadows of the woods. I like it for the different shades of greens.
I think these are called “bird” grasshoppers because of the long wings and the distance they can fly. It’s a big grasshopper, but not as large as the Eastern Lubber.
Very good shots! I haven't seen any grasshoppers to get any shots. Helen
ReplyDeleteNow that's a big looking grasshopper. Good job on the macro!
ReplyDeleteIt sure looks big. Nice macros. I could really see its armor.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures of a destructive pest to my garden. You can keep them - oh, they are already here. Maybe Wednesdays predicted snow will do them in.
ReplyDeleteYour closeups are awesome! They can be quite interesting at this perspective!
ReplyDeleteA handsome looking chap. Great close-up too.
ReplyDeleteGood shots! Nice and clear.
ReplyDeleteAwesome close ups. Well done Carol. FAB.
ReplyDeletenice ones can you tell the name of the one on my http://egyptsdragons.blogspot.com/2009/10/blog-post_6822.html
ReplyDeletemanaged to get 3 different species that day the ones mating are quite big.
love the ebony one.