I think this is a bit of an injustice – OK so they can be vicious killers of smaller beasts and they have a nasty sting – but, if the truth be told, none of us are perfect.
So, here in all its black and yellow glory is a Potter Wasp. I took this picture a few weeks ago on Magnetic Island.
You can find more macro shots here at Macro Monday.
Enjoy the close ups!
I enlarged this and what an incredible body this creature has!
ReplyDeleteHe has a purpose .... just like most of our animal friends. His purpose just stings a bit more!
ReplyDeletethey really are beautiful and odd, aren't they? to have a waist that tiny... :)
ReplyDeleteA lovely image.. I really like wasps. not a problem if you leave them alone.
ReplyDeleteGreat image! They do have a bad rap, but they've done it to themselves!
ReplyDeleteNice shot Stewart. I don't think I can get close to wasp hehe.
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He's handsome but I am wary of them...Got stung once and was sore for weeks. Well done! Cathy
ReplyDeleteI like them, as long as they keep their distance. A great shot!
ReplyDeleteThey are actually pretty neat looking, but I really don't want to get very close to them.
ReplyDeleteThis is really a great shot, especially when viewed large.
ReplyDeleteI don't care WHAT the wasp does - as long as it stays away from me!! I'll leave the wasp photography to you - no way would I get that close!!!
ReplyDeleteThat's nice of you, giving the wasp some good publicity, Stewart.Bet it is a stunner!
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He's an unusual looking wasp, and rather lovely - not that I'd like him at MY picnic, either! LOL!
ReplyDeleteThat thing looks very scary! Great shot!
ReplyDeleteSorry can't agree about their beauty - great photo though. We have had loads here this summer, attacked and killed a dog and put 8 people in hospital at a local beauty spot start of August!! I prefer to keep my distance and a big one at that!!
ReplyDeleteThats good, your blog is cool, i like it. Thanks for the efforts my friend.
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