Mantid molt

© David Guzman

Mantid molt

Uploaded: April 25, 2010

Description

Mantodea, Carolina Mantis sheding for the fourth time. It slid out of the old exoskeleton, and while still very soft, it expanded to the size shown in the image. Then its exoskeleton dried and darkened in color.

Exif: F Number: 32, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/200 seconds, Flash: fired, compulsory flash mode, return light detected, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 60.00 mm, Model: NIKON D90

Comments

Marsha S. Smith April 25, 2010

Fantastic timing. This is a great shot. #1262380

Loan Tran level-classic April 25, 2010

Great capture. #8568729

Michelle Alton April 25, 2010

I'm in total and absolute awe! #8568858

David Guzman May 03, 2010

Thanks all for looking at this image and providing comments! #8587178

Liz blahh May 06, 2010

Great capture! #8593137

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