@Mindful I have an extra soft spot for beetles, mostly because I had a few desert species as pets and they meant a lot to me. Stag beetles and rhino beetles hold a special place in my heart because they're so big, and because I rarely ever see them. They spend their time in the treetops, only maybe coming down at night, like this one did. It's just a special occasion when I get to see them ❤️
@Mindful Yes, bugs were my favorite animals as a kid. I grew up in the desert playing with scorpions and spiders, and it drove my mom insane, but I found them so interesting. The more I learned about them, the more interesting they became. And I still feel the same way. There has always been a sense of wonder and amazement when I see a species that I don't typically see, even if they're fairly plain. They're all unique in their own way, and the vast diversity of insects and arachnids is endlessly fascinating to me
@BigAssLeech I believe nature is underrated, so cool to meet someone who gets excited. I’m not as passionate as you, but I have TRIED to photograph unique bugs. If I find my favorite I will post here.
Found it. A garden spider with a most unique zipper like web at my house!
