Great capture of this big guy Alex - he does have some unique defense mechanisms - they emit foul smelling and foul tasting secretions- they also give off a loud hissing sound that scare away any predators - you certainly have the coolest animals and creatures in your area!!!

---Most animals won't eat them being they taste so bad---

...but seasoned and fried they are delicious, but we aren't animals Alex, aren't we? lol.

A Fabulous close up with marvellous details!....

I have no fancy for 'tasting' them ether!...lol

It may not be tasty but it does make a very good subject for a good photograph. Great clarity and details. Well done Alex!

Your focus on this critter is very good, nice and clear,and detailed. I might have cropped a bit off the bottom, but that is just a thought. tigs=^..^=

Beautiful macro shot Alex.

A few condiments dumped on top and they would taste better. Nice one.

Good close up Alex.

Excellent close-up very well captured.

Oh my, he definitely has done some body building also, lol. Excellent detail and capture, fabulous colours. Way to go Alex

Super close-up and excellently focussed.