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When Insects or Spiders Moult (Molt)

Challenge #70 in the Life in the Natural World series. Hosted by RuthC.

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Here's an interesting challenge for you. Show us examples of insects or spiders, (or other arthropods) in the act of moulting, OR their abandoned and cast-off exoskeletons, or outer skins. Macro and close-up shots welcome. If the insect or spider is in the act of moulting, it should be outside in its natural environment. MAXIMUM SIZE 1,600px.

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Saturday, 19th October, 2013 (GMT)

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Saturday, 26th October, 2013 – Friday, 1st November, 2013 (GMT)

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Saturday, 2nd November, 2013 – Friday, 8th November, 2013 (GMT)

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Cicada Hatching

by Peter Bray

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A rather large Cicada (around 70mm long) - many were hatching on the same evening.

Camera:	Sigma SD14
Lens:	Sigma 180mm EX 3.5 HSM
Submitted:	Sunday, 27th October, 2013 04:16 (GMT)
Taken:	Monday, 19th October, 2009
Focal length:	180 mm
Shutter speed:	1/60 sec
Aperture:	F18
ISO:	50
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