Jonathan Lhoir - The Devil

 

This is a Conehead Mantis (Empusa pennata) in the larva stage. I often see these insects when I’m walking in the garrigue. They are typical of the Mediterranean basin and come in a variety of different colours. Finding them is not so easy because they mimic the vegetation very well. I like to show this incredible mimicry in my photos.


Location: Hérault - France

Posted on: 28/08/2015
Photo info - 01.04.2012: Canon EOS 5D Mark II, 100 mm, ISO 400, f 3, 1/1600 sec, Flash: not used

Tags: diablotin, Empusa pennata, insect, mantidae


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