Last evening I had a vicious but graceful visitor in my back yard. Not being the bravest of souls I used the zoom on my camera to take photos. With the ability of the praying mantis to turn its head 180 degrees it was able to keep its eyes on me the entire time it was photographed. Its praying spiky arms stretched and reached but I kept a safe distance. Probably just eaten its mate for dinner it was none to concerned with another meal and it was moving slowly and seemed to be unaware of the excitement it was causing in my house. Known for its courage and fearlessness I hope that it will leave a little with me because I need to be braver around a mere bug!!!
Oh, I love it! We used to see them all the time in New Mexico, but not so much here. How lucky you were!! Love, Silke
ReplyDeleteI think a praying mantis is pretty special. And it would really hardly be able to harm you.
ReplyDeleteGood for you for picking up your courage and taking a photo!
Oh my! I nearly jumped away from the pc, that is a fearsome looking beast!
ReplyDeleteI don't know that I've ever seen one "in the wild"...how big is she?
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness what an amazing shot you are sooooo clever. Hope you are well. Love H
ReplyDeleteEeek. That is some kind of creature, isn't it? Is it the praying mantis that bites the head off of its lover after mating? Hmmm...
ReplyDeletewe used to play with these as children!! lol! xox
ReplyDeleteThis photo is so cool! It's praying and sending you vibes to be courageous and fearless.
ReplyDeletethis will probably sound weird but the Praying Manthis is one of our very favorite bugs! My chickens would love them too!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is so cool. I don't think these fellas like the cool climate of England! (Although I did see one once when I was on holiday in sunny Spain).
ReplyDeleteHm. It's seems there is a downside to living in a warm climate!
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