21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Flower Power

While taking macros at our local public garden, I noticed this small grasshopper hanging out in a petunia and covered in morning dew. I liked the profile of just his upper body sticking out from the flower like he was sitting on a perch. I was able to sneak up on him and grab a shot before he jumped away

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America
Camera: OM-1
Copyright: © Jean St. Arnauld