Insects and Spiders

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Hey! I'm Trying to Hunt!

I saw some movement behind a branch of my neighbor's lantana. I lifted the branch with one hand while holding my camera with the other. Surprised this mantis on the brick wall behind the lantana. I don't think she was too happy I exposed her hiding place.
Female Carolina Mantis (Stagmomantis Carolina)

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