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Wasp. "To My Friends"


Wasp.
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Copyright: Luis Leal (Luis52) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1022 W: 5 N: 2802] (10144)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-07-19
Categories: Insects
Camera: Nikon D80, 55mm Micro Nikkor f2.8
Exposure: f/8, 1/200 seconds
Details: (Fill) Flash: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Dedications, Joe's Favourites 2 [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-07-23 17:11
Viewed: 654
Points: 30
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
"This is to Howard, Necip, Joe, Lawbert, Rob and Mr. Sumon"
They are My inspitation here in TN, I have learned a LOT from all of them, and I feel very sad for what is going on here, so I decided to take a "vacation" for at least one month. Going to miss all of You.

Please NO POINTS.


A wasp is any insect of the order Hymenoptera and suborder Apocrita that is neither bee nor ant. The suborder Symphyta includes the sawflies and wood wasps, which differ from members of Apocrita by having a broader connection between the mesosoma and metasoma. In addition to this, Symphyta larvae are mostly herbivorous and "caterpillarlike", whereas those of Apocrita are largely predatory or "parasitic" (technically known as parasitoid).

The most familiar wasps belong to Aculeata, a division of Apocrita, whose ovipositors are adapted into a venomous stinger. Aculeata also contains ants and bees. In this respect, insects called "velvet ants" (the family Mutillidae) are technically wasps.

A much narrower and simpler but popular definition of the term wasp is any member of the Aculeate family Vespidae, which includes (among others) the genera known in North America as yellowjackets (Vespula and Dolichovespula) and hornets (Vespa).

The following characteristics are present in most wasps:
two pairs of wings (except wingless or brachypterous forms in all female Mutillidae, Bradynobaenidae, many male Agaonidae, many female Ichneumonidae, Braconidae, Tiphiidae, Scelionidae, Rhopalosomatidae, Eupelmidae, and various other families).
An ovipositor, or stinger (which is only present in females because it derives from the ovipositor, a female sex organ).
Few or no hairs (in contrast to bees); except Mutillidae, Bradynobaenidae, Scoliidae.
Nearly all wasps are terrestrial; only a few specialized parasitic groups are aquatic.
Predators or parasitoids, mostly on other terrestrial insects; some species of Pompilidae, such as the tarantula hawk, specialize in using spiders as prey, and various parasitic wasps use spiders or other arachnids as reproductive hosts.
Wasps are critically important in natural biocontrol. Almost every pest insect species has a wasp species that is a predator or parasite upon it. Parasitic wasps are also increasingly used in agricultural pest control as they have little impact on crops. Wasps also constitute an important part of the food chain.

Saludos
Luis52.
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Oh no....not you too!! This is becoming very sad indeed!

This is a great macro shot Luis. You have really come a long ways with your photography. It is really sharp and detailed. I love the simplicity of the composition and that great dark great out of focus background.

Don't stay away too long!

Evelynn : )

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3452 W: 144 N: 5902] (17486)
  • [2008-07-23 19:19]

Wow Luis!
This is good. Very good capture - good clarity and details
TFS
Janice

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  • iris Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 392 W: 41 N: 735] (2314)
  • [2008-07-23 21:46]

Hello Luis,
A very lovely contribution indeed from you.

Superb details, and sharpness in the wasp.Good PoV and colours and contrasts.
I really hope life gets back to normal soon.

Take care, enjoy your break ..life is good:)

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2613 W: 133 N: 7504] (23403)
  • [2008-07-23 21:59]

Hola Luis,
A superb sharp close macro of this wasp, well composed and presented.
The whole incident is sad and this is a fine tribute to those who have been affected the most.
I shall not be posting for a few weeks but I shall keep contact. I hope you return!
Un abrazo amigo!

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  • siggi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 289 W: 3 N: 788] (2822)
  • [2008-07-23 23:14]

Hi Luis,

A nice and sharp capture,its got a good dof an the colors look natural,well done and tfs

Siggi

Ciao Luis,
condivido la tua dedica ed apprezzo la tua scelta di una interruzione per solidarietà;
splendida macro, eccellenti POV, DOF e composizione, bellissimo il contrasto con il BG scuro, straordinaria definizione dei dettagli.
I punti li segno comunque per questa bellissima immagine.
Grazie e complimenti.
Maurizio

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2468 W: 168 N: 7464] (23588)
  • [2008-07-23 23:34]

Hello Luis,
Superb macro of this interesting Wasp, all sharply in focus. I like the POV and its pose on the leaf. Good light and beautiful colours too. Very interesting post!
Many thanks, Ulla

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  • Juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2042 W: 6 N: 2025] (13277)
  • [2008-07-24 1:03]

Hola amigo,
precioso trabajo, como todos los que salen de tu "OJO" nítida escena y pov de lujo.
realmente para mi tu eres parte de esta bella aventura que es la fotografía...
cuídate en este tiempo, y si Dios quiere nos vemos a la vuelta,
saludos Luis y familia

Hi Luis,
Beautiful shot!!!
Nice naturals colours and sharpness.
Very well done!!!
TSF Malgosia

Muy buenas Luis
Preciosa avispa la que nos muestras con una gran nitidez y detalle, al igual que el fondo que le va de perlas.
Saludos

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 753 W: 108 N: 1729] (5398)
  • [2008-07-24 6:34]

Very fine dedication and the capture per se is excellent
Superbly sharp details and superb bokeh
TFS
silke

hello Luis

we are living sad moment in TN,
i decided too to take vacations until september,

excellent macro, shot with fine POV, DOF and framing,
i love the colour tones of the background and the leaf, TFS

Asbed

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  • GLEM Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 524 W: 87 N: 693] (5739)
  • [2008-07-24 10:52]

hi Luis,
waow fantastic image et le tout au 55m, c'est dire la maîtrise technique et l'approche délicate. J'adore les couleurs saturées et opposées, la netteté impeccable.

gl

Hola Luis,
many thanks for your excellent post with superb sharpness and perfect clarity.
I was in field trip and I found your notes and several person's similar notes. It is sad on TN. I hope we will be able to see your great posts again. have a nice weekend my friend
Ahmet

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  • cako Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 389 W: 0 N: 371] (1986)
  • [2008-08-11 6:33]

Woow!!!
Hi Luis
exellent detail and composition
very nice a macro image
very well donw.

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  • izler Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1264 W: 78 N: 874] (7918)
  • [2008-08-16 6:45]

merhaba luis
really its wonderful macro photo
POV, BG, colours light, sharpness and details are great
TFS
regards
izler

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1696 W: 242 N: 5596] (19883)
  • [2008-08-18 2:55]

Good Morning Luis! :-)
I've just returned from a long holiday in Spain and have now seen that things on TN have cooled down. Also I can critique again so I will be posting again now.

Very sharp and crisp image.
Superb DOF and focusing.
Great use of flash.

Well done and thanks for your support.

Joe

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  • hester Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1471 W: 18 N: 2981] (10944)
  • [2008-08-22 12:36]

Hi Luis

This shot is razor sharp and the light is great. Perfect DOF and a wonderful composition. Stunning macro work.

TFS

Karan

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3043 W: 148 N: 4547] (14679)
  • [2008-08-24 5:21]

Hi Luis.
Simply brilliant subject and composition of the picture of a very nice wasp. Outstanding reproduction of all details and features of the insect (sharpness is razor). Leaf as a stage for the beauty is terrific as well as wonderful colourful smooth BG. Bravo and thanks for warm words addressed to our friends.
Alexei.

Hello Luis,

I missed this one. Very nice picture of this wasp. Very good composition. Excellent sharpness. Nice light and natural colours.
Hope to see your nice pictures again very soon.
Cheers,
Mariki

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