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Flo Hendry-MAY-2009 Insects, Spiders...Gallery

Soldier Beetles

May '09 PAD - 'Doubling Up' Thurs. 'Direction'

Soldier beetles, Cantharidae These prey on aphids.
These 2 little ones were on my horse's stall door...she's had the same thing in mind this month, but did not get what she wanted. http://www.pbase.com/cits_4_pets/image/112044285)

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Jola Dziubinska20-May-2009 23:13
Wow, strong connection!
Dave Hein18-May-2009 02:47
They're covering each other's "Six".
Guest 17-May-2009 16:07
I think she's wondering what you are doin up there? :) wonderfull capture. Vµ
Phillip Normanton16-May-2009 10:55
You pet-sit for bugs too??!! :o)
larose forest photos16-May-2009 02:55
Terrific shot of the soldier beetles! V
Ray :)15-May-2009 22:33
excellent entry!
virginiacoastline15-May-2009 21:12
was she not being a good little soldier . . or maybe he wasn't, hmm?
Máire Uí Mhaicín15-May-2009 20:12
Well observed and captured.
Cindi Smith15-May-2009 18:28
Whoa! Those guys look strange! Very cool!
carol j. phipps15-May-2009 17:01
Nature having its way their way!
Astrid Taen15-May-2009 16:31
Wonderful image with a wonderful splash of orange color on a mostly gray background. Great detail.
Kerry Tingley15-May-2009 14:09
Very interesting find Flo!
Carol Rollins15-May-2009 13:08
What an interesting shot Flo, and quite well done too! ~
Nancy Lobaugh15-May-2009 11:22
looks like you'll have more aphid-eaters soon!
good shot..
monica memoli15-May-2009 09:03
Good find. v
Maaike Huizer15-May-2009 07:24
Well done for both challenges
Dan Chusid15-May-2009 04:22
Must be the General on that soldier's tail!
Laryl15-May-2009 04:10
good job on the double!
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