Mantid molt
Uploaded: April 25, 2010
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
Marsha S. Smith April 25, 2010
Fantastic timing. This is a great shot. #1262380Loan Tran April 25, 2010
Great capture. #8568729Michelle Alton April 25, 2010
I'm in total and absolute awe! #8568858David Guzman May 03, 2010
Thanks all for looking at this image and providing comments! #8587178Liz blahh May 06, 2010
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