Early this morning I went out with my camera and I was happy to spot again the very colorful grasshoppers known as Handsome Meadow Katydids (Orchelimum pulchellum). As was the case the first time I spotted these neon-colored insects, I was at Huntley Meadows Parks in Alexandria, VA. I had a little trouble getting clear shots of the entire bodies of the katydids, but I managed to capture some good close-up shots of their faces. I especially like the first shot, taken looking down at him as he was munching on a leaf.
I continue to be amazed at the katydid’s vivid colors and blue eyes. Wow!
Handsome Meadow Katydid Munching on a Leaf
Close-up Shot of Handsome Meadow Katydid
Body Shot of Handsome Meadow Katydid
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