Red Bull Ant
Found on bushwalk11 total reviews
Comment from supergold
this is a great entry Mary to the
"insect photography contest"
with this very impressive macro capture of a giant ant;
outstanding sharp focus and details;
reply by the author on 19-Mar-2021
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this is a great entry Mary to the
"insect photography contest"
with this very impressive macro capture of a giant ant;
outstanding sharp focus and details;
Comment Written 18-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 19-Mar-2021
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Thanks so much Fred
Comment from eileen0204
Wow Mary, how big is that thing?!
The pinchers alone are as long as the head itself.
You are right.. I would not stick around either LOL
Very nice details and the colors are perfect....
reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
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Wow Mary, how big is that thing?!
The pinchers alone are as long as the head itself.
You are right.. I would not stick around either LOL
Very nice details and the colors are perfect....
Comment Written 15-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
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Thanks Eileen probably just over 1/2 inch and fortunately they are pretty much loners away from nest 😃
Comment from Denise Trull
I like this photo as you almost feel how hard aa go it is for an ant simply trying to get from here to there. I love the different textures of the leaves and the various shades of brown and gray.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2021
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I like this photo as you almost feel how hard aa go it is for an ant simply trying to get from here to there. I love the different textures of the leaves and the various shades of brown and gray.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2021
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Thanks so much Denise :)
Comment from Shadow catcher
Sorry,I'm not fond of bee stings,so l definitely wouldn't want to be bit by this guy! Has a very nasty set of pinchers that would make me avoid them,too,if at all possible. Very well focused,the surrounding colors are complimentary. Best wishes to you in the contest!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Sorry,I'm not fond of bee stings,so l definitely wouldn't want to be bit by this guy! Has a very nasty set of pinchers that would make me avoid them,too,if at all possible. Very well focused,the surrounding colors are complimentary. Best wishes to you in the contest!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks so much :)
Comment from Lucas Sizov
I like this one! This close-up looks like a macro shot. Perfect balance and composition. Natural earthy colors. I can see some fine details of the ant. Nicely done â??. Highly rated with a respect!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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I like this one! This close-up looks like a macro shot. Perfect balance and composition. Natural earthy colors. I can see some fine details of the ant. Nicely done â??. Highly rated with a respect!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks Lucas your high rating is appreciated :)
Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Mary!
What an interesting creature!
And that's a great looking photograph of it too!
It makes me think of the ferocious Fire Ants that the older troops who'd been in 'Nam would tell us about!
~Sean
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Hi Mary!
What an interesting creature!
And that's a great looking photograph of it too!
It makes me think of the ferocious Fire Ants that the older troops who'd been in 'Nam would tell us about!
~Sean
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks Sean - they are similar to Fire Ants which we have in Queensland in tropics unfortunately Fire Ant have ended up in Australia they are not indigenous where as the Red Bull Ant is a native.
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Ah! How interesting,Mary!
Comment from cleo85
This is an interesting close-up. Your photo is well focused and exposed and has good depth. I appreciate the sharpness of detail and textures and the realism of color and light. The reflections in the eyes and on the back of the ant are especial intriguing. The tall framing emphasizes the insect. The ant is well placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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This is an interesting close-up. Your photo is well focused and exposed and has good depth. I appreciate the sharpness of detail and textures and the realism of color and light. The reflections in the eyes and on the back of the ant are especial intriguing. The tall framing emphasizes the insect. The ant is well placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks Cleo :)
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You're very welcome! :o)
Comment from nikman
A very good looking entry into the competition posted here! Your fine and central composition offers us an enjoyable view of your big ant out there and its location. Sounds like it is a bit of pest? Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done and good luck!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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A very good looking entry into the competition posted here! Your fine and central composition offers us an enjoyable view of your big ant out there and its location. Sounds like it is a bit of pest? Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done and good luck!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks Nik - they are native to our bushland and are quite beneficial as they tunnel underground aerating the soil allowing water to get to roots of plants in area. The introduced species, fire ants, are pest.s
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Many thanks for your helpful explanation!
Comment from alaskapat
Oh my goodness! I definitely would not want to get bitten by this red ant! Look at those pinchers! You have photographed it so very well with good focus, this image is clear, exposure is correct, the colors and tones appear natural, well shown details , I can see his eyes! He is walking on the fall leaves, well placed within the frame. Well composed and presented! Very best wishes to you in this contest!
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reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Oh my goodness! I definitely would not want to get bitten by this red ant! Look at those pinchers! You have photographed it so very well with good focus, this image is clear, exposure is correct, the colors and tones appear natural, well shown details , I can see his eyes! He is walking on the fall leaves, well placed within the frame. Well composed and presented! Very best wishes to you in this contest!
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks so much Pat fortunately they are not aggressive to humans unless you upset them by getting in their path.
Comment from michiganmike
A great shot. The detail in the ant is quite remarkable and the dead leaves make a great setting. I like the tight crop and the beautiful colors. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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A great shot. The detail in the ant is quite remarkable and the dead leaves make a great setting. I like the tight crop and the beautiful colors. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2021
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Thanks so much Mike appreciate your high rating and continuing support. :) Mary