From whence arrived the praying mantis?
From outer space, or lost Atlantis?
glimpse the grin, green metal mug
at masks the pseudo-saintly bug,
Orthopterous, also carnivorous,
And faintly whisper, Lord deliver us.
By Ogden Nash (1902 – 1971)
Categories: All about Hoofbeats & Footprints
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 
oh wow I almost imagine it pulling some kung fu haha!
I moved him onto a green leaf for more pictures Andy. Hours later he was still there. I could see him looking at me though.
That’s so cool that it trusted you to move him for the shot š
Either that or freaked out.
Nah, Surely not by a gentle hand š
Love the picture.
Thank you so much Sherry. Evidently Flickr did also and it was explored. Woo Hoo!
Perfect!
You are too kind. Thank you so much Stephen.
What a fabulous picture! š
Isn’t he the coolest dude? A true extra terrestrial.
Beautiful portrait – he’s absolutely glorious!š
I was so lucky as he just sat there all chilled. Thanks Joanne.
COOL Capture – love it! Thanks so much for sharing. Happy Day – Enjoy š
Truly my pleasure and it’s always wonderful to see you my dear.
Awesome!!!
Thank you so much!