Young Preying Mantis

Hanging by a thread

I found this little guy hanging around in the side windows around our front door tonight. I know the neighbors are now convinced that I am batshiat crazy for trying over and over and over with and without flash to get these shots. Thought I'd share the ones I liked with you. Click on them to enlarge them.

Preying Mantis Helps Decorate for Upcoming Holiday

Before you ask, Yes, I have a lot of spider webs in these windows (on the outside, trust me.) I try not to look at it like I'm lazy with cleaning or anything. I prefer to look at it like I'm decorating for Halloween early.

Shot with my hand reflected in background. He looks like he's glowing.

From Inside

From Outside