When life imitates art

[kyushukairu]

I had this little lady come to visit and spend the past few days on my balcony (females have six segments and are flightless). Before relocating her to some greenery, where she can find food and a mate, I couldn’t resist a photo opportunity. I think you will appreciate this, Jesse @Infinite_Wisdumb

[kyushukairu]

[Grevedk]

Seems as if she has found her mate 

 

A really nice motive and two fine M&M models (Mantis and Menuki). Thank you for sharing a rare moment.

 

Best regards 

Soren

[Brian]

Lovely pic. She looks like she belongs there.

[JohnTo]

Lovely photo.  The mantis has the same defiant look as the one on one of my favourite tsuba (late Edo, Bushu school, Mantis and wheel).  I usually have this one out on display as when the room is in the semi darkness the golden eyes still shine out at me.

 

Regards, John

[roger dundas]

An intriguing insect but take care, the girls don't have the best reputation for the way they treat their closest friends.

Roger j

 

[Rich S]

4 hours ago, roger dundas said:

An intriguing insect but take care, the girls don't have the best reputation for the way they treat their closest friends.

 

Not to mention their mates.

[Bugyotsuji]

A good candidate for the smaller wildlife thread! 

[Infinite_Wisdumb]

ah!  @kyushukairu its AWESOME!  Thanks for sharing!  

 

Also @JohnTo thats a great Tsuba!  The stance is great and defiant, agree - great!

[SteveM]

@Mantis dude might be interested in this thread!

[vajo]

I didn't notice the real mantis on the first view..  

 

Great pictures