King of the Hill

[William]

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Shooting data: Nikon D300, Sigma 150 macro+36mm extension, f/16, 1/250, iso 200, two flashes, hand held, full frame

Formica rufa with prey.

Hi all!

This is a shot from the past spring, on one of the first warm days when the ants started to become more active here in Sweden.
Not sure what the prey is, so any help in that regard would be greatly appreciated Could it be a mirid species?

Have a great weekend! Many thanks for looking

[nickon]

Damn William, this is a really nice one.
Great capture, tack sharp and lovely controlled colours!

I'm a fan of this picture
wouldn't change a thing about it

[pointr]

"That's got to hurt". Great shot William.

[Blueripper]

Top shot William! The details light colours and dof are all perfect! I'm suprised there are few comments?

[mackay123]

hi william, excellent shot!
your flash use is looking ideal here, good composition too.
detail looks great.
but it's the predator with prey moment you have captured that makes this work so well!
great work buddy!
P.S love the imaginative title

[William]

Hi Nickon, Trevor, Paul and Steve! Thank you very much for your comments

Paul - I think things are a bit slow at the moment. I guess people are a bit busy this time of the year? I noticed there were unusually few comments on many of the latest image posts, although there were many great photos to enjoy.

Steve - Glad you enjoyed the title

Cheers!!!!

[CPR]

Hi William,

A great light, sounds to be natural despite the 2 flashs
A beautiful work

[William]

Thank you very much Christophe

[Nymphalidae]

Wow, this is a super capture!!
Lovely work William

[kliton77]

i can not write many words.... this photo speaks itself... cong

[O.K.]

Hi William!

Great action! Excellent 3D feel, colors and details!

Perfect flash usage as always.

Great work!

Orhan

[William]

Thank you very much Nymph, kliton and Orhan for your kind words

[Peterm]

cool shot, great detail and the line just brings you straight to the action.

[Juza]

Congratulations William! This photo has been chosen as "Macro & Flora" Photo of the week !

[crisscross]

amazing detail and composition William, congratulatons