Stag Beetle

[Woody Meristem]

This guy was attracted to our outside light last night. When I caught it the beetle sank it mandibles into my finger and wouldn't let go; had to use a heavy-duty tweezers to get it off -- OUCH! Not the first time one has done that -- you'd think I'd learn.

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[NorthernFocus]

Ouch. That had to hurt. Your commitment to the craft paid off. Nice shot.

 

[aolander]

Nice shot! Menacing pincers!

 

[Bigmo]

Nice,very detailed.