Good Morning Beetle Photo

Photographer’s Note

I whish I knew more about this beautiful beetle. I woke him up this morning on my way to work. He was only about as big as a penny. He seemed to have been sleeping in the center of the flower. What a nice place to sleep. It must smell wonderful.
If anyone knows anything about beetles please let me know what type this is. Enjoy!
Tech: I cropped quite a bit, sharpened, and adjusted the contrast and brightness.

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carper (64026) 2004-04-28 11:55

He's realy beautiful, Let I say this, It a great macro, with great details and great colours too, well John you did here a fantastic job, yes this one is realy good, my compliments for it.

hdl (6733) 2004-04-28 13:28

Hi John, great detail on your picture. Looks like the beetle just had a feast with all that nectar on his body. Good work.

Liora (1857) 2004-04-28 16:45

This beetle looks like it just got a serious pollen shower... Wonderful thing nature is. It is a very interesting beetle, but I'm affraid I can't help you with the name...

swallace (972) 2004-05-04 9:48

Beautiful shot John. Amazing details, very clear and sharp. The little beetle looks like he's in pollen heaven, covered with the stuff! Very nice work. Great photo.