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Walking on Water

by Ben Vanos

Gallery: WildlifePosted September 8, 2012132 views2 comments
This is a water strider taken at Rose Lake Wildlife Area just north of Lansing, MI. I had intended to go out to look for song birds, however, while taking a break next to a small creek I was fascinated by the little water bugs.

I attempted to capture a close up of the more common insects and wildlife I, and others, often overlook.

Canon EOS Digital Rebel
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6
ISO 400 1/400

Comments

2 comments
Comment posted by Vincent Grafhorst on September 9, 2012 at 5:41 AM
Ahh we don't see this species here everyday! I like his, particularly the soft indentations where the legs rest on the water surface. I would have loved to see a larger version to appreciate the detail better. At this small size the insect looks a little soft to me.
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Comment posted by Lon Sharp on September 13, 2012 at 2:13 PM
I feel you have composed him optimally in the frame. I agree with Vincent that at this size it seems slightly soft.
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