One BAD dude = Ambush bug

[NateS]

This guy makes the assassin's I've shot look like teddy bears. Oh...and talk about stealth. I took shots of the butterfly for about 2 minutes before I realized "hey, that butterfly really isn't moving" and looked closer only to find the ambush bug.

Info:
Genus: Jagged Ambush Bug (Phymata)
Species: Phymata fasciata

It was so windy last night (about to storm) that he ended up dropping the skipper...this was after that and he didn't look happy.

 

[ajkramer87]

That has got to be one of the ugliest bugs I have ever seen. Nice shots.

 

[photonewbie86]

love the detail!! and I have to agree with above lol Where did you find this cutie? lol

 

[NateS]

Thanks guys. He was in one of my Butterfly Bushes. back in between the blooms almost completely hidden.

 

[Arkanjel Imaging]

Man that is one freaky bug. Even as far as insects go!