I clicked like ‘cos I love bugs, bb… (erm… just to see at a distance doing what they should…not trying to take over my house kinda thing) .. Without bugs the eco structure would collapse methinks.. so hurray for them.. xPenx
It would collapse, Pen. The museum has the most incredible collection of beetles as well, arranged in the most amazing displays. Unfortunately, my photos of those didn’t come out very well.
They are quite funny little creatures, Monica. We rescued one from the water, while kayaking on Myall Lake, and put him on the front of the kayak to dry out. His colours were just beautiful. But he was very vocal in his extreme grumpiness! 😀
That’s really special, Bluebee. They begin to chirp here in midsummer and get quieter and quieter as fall approaches. One day – nothing. What happens to them over the winter?
Your new theme looks great.
Yes, what happens to them over winter? My husband seems to think that they die.
Thanks for your comment re the theme – I am debating whether to buy the upgrade so that I can change some of the fonts and the colour scheme as I think it is a little too clinical.
I bought the upgrade and found it changed all the fonts. In other words, I couldn’t use a different font for one post without changing it for all. I could of course be missing something important here and would welcome your thoughts.
I will let you know how I go, Monica, but I suspect it’s a one-size fits all approach with the colours/fonts; i.e. one colour/font for all headings on all posts, etc.
I love close up photos of insects – would love to get one of those close up lens but the prices are a bit steep (the ones that almost magnify really tiny things like ants).
I have a macro lens for my film camera, but don’t use this camera anymore. I am hoping that when I’m in a position to buy a DSLR that my film-camera lenses will fit and work with the DSLR model.
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I can’t click Like because I’m bug phobic but it’s a good picture.
Forgot to put a warning for you, Tilly. 😯
I clicked like ‘cos I love bugs, bb… (erm… just to see at a distance doing what they should…not trying to take over my house kinda thing) .. Without bugs the eco structure would collapse methinks.. so hurray for them.. xPenx
It would collapse, Pen. The museum has the most incredible collection of beetles as well, arranged in the most amazing displays. Unfortunately, my photos of those didn’t come out very well.
Awesome pic, BB! The intricate nature of the wings is stellar ~ it would make a great backdrop for stained glass.
Thanks, Nancy. The perfection of their wings amazes me too. Perhaps insect wings were the original inspiration for stained glass.
Well I’m not much of a bug fan…but do like your photograph.
Thanks, Charles. There are some bugs I love (cicadas, bees, dung beetles) and some I hate (flies, cockroaches).
Absolutely magnificent!
I think they are quite beautiful, Dianne. Have seen so many different ones up at Myall Lakes on the NSW north coast.
I can see them down in our forest without going to a museum! Good subject for detail Do you notice the picture of the fox?
Col, you are so observant! I had to look for a while before I saw that fox! 😀 We get lots naturally here too (see this post https://beeblu.wordpress.com/2011/10/29/weekly-photo-challenge-hidden/)
but I just love the displays at the Melbourne Museum.
like jewellery!
They are just, Christine. The museum has the most incredible display of beetles too, and many look like gemstones.
i am still determined to get to melbourne this year … and will find my way to this museum 🙂
Exquisite, BB
They are quite funny little creatures, Monica. We rescued one from the water, while kayaking on Myall Lake, and put him on the front of the kayak to dry out. His colours were just beautiful. But he was very vocal in his extreme grumpiness! 😀
That’s really special, Bluebee. They begin to chirp here in midsummer and get quieter and quieter as fall approaches. One day – nothing. What happens to them over the winter?
Your new theme looks great.
Yes, what happens to them over winter? My husband seems to think that they die.
Thanks for your comment re the theme – I am debating whether to buy the upgrade so that I can change some of the fonts and the colour scheme as I think it is a little too clinical.
I bought the upgrade and found it changed all the fonts. In other words, I couldn’t use a different font for one post without changing it for all. I could of course be missing something important here and would welcome your thoughts.
I will let you know how I go, Monica, but I suspect it’s a one-size fits all approach with the colours/fonts; i.e. one colour/font for all headings on all posts, etc.
So that’s what they look like! I love their symphonies, BB. Wonderful picture.
Symphonies! I agree with your lovely description of their sound, Kate. Many don’t enjoy it.
The bug display at the Melbourne Museum is the best I’ve seen.
Too beautiful for words, BB.
They come in so many varieties and colours, Adee.
I love close up photos of insects – would love to get one of those close up lens but the prices are a bit steep (the ones that almost magnify really tiny things like ants).
I have a macro lens for my film camera, but don’t use this camera anymore. I am hoping that when I’m in a position to buy a DSLR that my film-camera lenses will fit and work with the DSLR model.
Yikes! But it looks like a beautiful painting. 🙂
It’s the real deal, and less vibrant in colour because it’s no longer alive.