christmas beetle

[Hazel]

Fab contrast of jewel green and neutral background. Fav

[Helen Jane]

I had to look it up to find that really is it's name. Does look a bit like a brightly coloured Christmas parcel too. Fascinating detail. Love the depth of field.

[Henri Russell]

Great close up.

[Jennifer Potter]

Excellent focus on a beautiful beatle!

[Helen Sanderson]

haven't seen one in years

[Krista Marson]

Strikingly clear shot

[Wendy]

Ewww ... I find it looks very menacing and it could deliver a mean bite with those pincers.
But what a fab shot you have of it here!

[Wendy Bowden]

@farmreporter they are so gentle, and go about their own business, myfavourite little bug

[Wendy]

Sometimes looks are not what they seem, I guess! It certainly is a colourful critter - and would probably sparkle in the light!
Thank you for your response.

[PhylM-S]

Nice detail in that focus and your subject was very obliging! I also like your choice of dof here! Fav!