Jumper's Lunch

    I watched the incredible patience of this little jumper as it stalked its prey for 20 minutes. My favourite shot of the day.

    Taken at a MMOS macro marathon at Alexandra Hospital's Butterfly Trail on 10 May 2008.

    A part of my "Wildlife Macro Photography" set.

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    1. eatzycath (49 months ago | reply)

      and your patience paid off - worth all that standing still for 20 mins :-))
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    2. CS.07 (49 months ago | reply)

      Nice capture, seems to be enjoying it's meal!

    3. chereamour (49 months ago | reply)

      oh wow its so cute! i didn't spot any jumpers on the trail sadly.

    4. macropoulos (49 months ago | reply)

      Excellent catch :-)
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    6. Jordan Lye (48 months ago | reply)

      u are great

    7. brimzone (48 months ago | reply)

      great shot. nice moment...

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    9. MyRidgebacks - Sharon C Johnson (48 months ago | reply)

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    10. radio4 (48 months ago | reply)

      Excellent shot!!

      Extraordinary Capture! You deserve another Buzz and Bug Award as seen in our pool

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    11. dinali77 (48 months ago | reply)

      You deserve "Another Diamond!" on your Great Photo!
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    14. bev short (48 months ago | reply)

      Fantastic! I love these little guys!
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    15. bev short (48 months ago | reply)

      Hello again, little friend!

      Extraordinary Capture! You deserve another Buzz and Bug Award as seen in our pool

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