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Stag Beetle


Stag Beetle
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Copyright: Vinny Blood (Vinster) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 82 W: 1 N: 137] (527)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-05-21
Categories: Insects
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mk II, Canon EF 100 mm F2.8 Macro USM, SanDisk Ducati 8GB
Exposure: f/16, 1/400 seconds
Details: (Fill) Flash: Yes
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-06-01 10:21
Viewed: 452
Points: 16
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
A male Stag Beetle (Lucanus cervus). The UK's largest, and surely most spectacular beetle is becoming rare due to habitat loss. The larvae feed on rotting stumps and trunks - and with tidier gardens these are removed before they can mature (which can take up to seven years!).

My wife and I found this one after we heard it rustling in a large shrub in our garden. I carefully picked it up and placed it where I could take a few shots. The light was not great so the best shot I managed was using a ring light on my 100mm macro, which is ideal for closer work. The resulting shot has been lightly cropped and sharpened.

Kind Regards

Vinny www.vincentblood.com
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  • zetu Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 645 W: 15 N: 1577] (6149)
  • [2009-06-01 11:03]

Hello Vinny
Excellent capture, all in this image is so clear, well done.
regards
Razvan

Very crisp and bright photo. Congrats!
I like the composition and color contrast.

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  • PaulH Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1110 W: 23 N: 3656] (13083)
  • [2009-06-01 11:39]

Hi Vinny,
nicely shown on the diagional with superb clarity, colour and details. These are magnificant creatures, it's great to hear they have a t least one refuge from the garden tiders and the decking enthusiasts!
Paul

helo Vin
great picture
good sharpness and good details
nice composition and beautiful colours
greeting lou

hello Vinny!
really an excellent closely macro of Lucanus cervus....great details and definition

best sERGIO

Hello Vinny,
The shot is really excellent, despite the necessary use of the flash. The Stag Beetle was cooperative too! The colours, tones and texture are very well taken. A lucky day for you and your wife to meet this rare species in your garden. TFS and best regards,
Catherine

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1977 W: 6 N: 5525] (19661)
  • [2009-06-01 16:43]

Hi Vinny,this macro is simply fantastic! What a impressive quality! A sharpness like that in the shadow is most difficult to take.You work very well for the best result as possible....and what a interesting and unusual specie too! My best compliments,have a nice day,LUCIANO

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  • PeterZ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2384 W: 94 N: 5493] (17500)
  • [2009-06-02 3:28]

Hello Vincent,
Very beautiful macro of this beetle. The colours are very clear and the sharpness and details are excellent. Good composition and DOF.
Regards,
Peter

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