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14-OCT-2014	Christine Hanrahan

Rove beetle (Lordithon sp.)

Mer Bleue area

On a warm autumn day a number of insects were out and about, including this tiny little rove beetle. This genus is mainly associated with fungi though the adults feed primarily on fly larvae, according to Bug Guide.

Panasonic LUMIX FZ200
1/250s f/2.8 at 4.5mm iso160 hide exif

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Date/Time	14-Oct-2014 13:38:45
Make	Panasonic
Model	DMC-FZ200
Flash Used	No
Focal Length	4.5 mm
Exposure Time	1/250 sec
Aperture	f/2.8
ISO Equivalent	160
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Fabienne		17-Nov-2014 22:13
Magnifique composition, c'est une excellente macro.

globalgadabout		17-Nov-2014 22:11
looks perky, with rich colouring...sharp capture..

Stephanie		17-Nov-2014 21:43
Interesting insect and fascinating information Christine! This doesn't seem to be an insect I'd like to come across..... ;)

John Reynolds LRPS		17-Nov-2014 20:33
A new one for me. Great capture. V.

Ika Zinka Eferl		17-Nov-2014 19:43
Beautiful!V

Guest		17-Nov-2014 18:24
Made it to the top, now hang on! V

Helen Betts		17-Nov-2014 18:02
That really must be minute, but you've done a great job with this macro. Love the texture on the leaf as well. V.

bill friedlander		17-Nov-2014 17:37
It does look very small. A fine closeup shot. V

Tom LeRoy		17-Nov-2014 17:26
Looks like he's checking out his little world under some nice sunlight. Excellent shot. V

joseantonio		17-Nov-2014 17:24
Brilliant capture of this beauty.V

Jim Coffman		17-Nov-2014 16:51
Very nice macro image,Christine!

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