Community post
Reticulated Net-Winged Bettle
| Latin Name | Observation Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Calopteron reticulatum | 14.9.2025 | Aba,Abia State,Nigeria |
Saw this bettle in a bush outside my house that has a net cover for its plant and i sqw right ontop of the net upon capturing it it took its flight and away it went.
| Camera Used | Smartphone |
|---|---|
| Lens | Macro |
| ISO Speed | 25 |
| Foacl Length | 23mm |
| Photography | Calopteron reticulatum |
| Photographer | @bummblebee |
| Resolution | 12MP (3000x4000) |
| Link To Original Community |
|---|
| https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/313799720 |
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
|---|---|---|
| 5.173421 | 7.400351 | https://goo.gl/maps/tTjJEE9pWXsTsTX36 |
Replies (7)
I love the animal what is the name of the animal
Is a reticulated Net winged bettle
And I love them too
The photography you captured of this little insect is truly amazing. The scene of it sitting on the web really captured my heart.
Yeah bro I so much love the insect in the image
Sometimes I wish I could be as small as they are
This is very beautiful and the part where it's opening its wing to take off is really something 🧡
I wonder how you all make thus tiny insects give a good pose. I love where its wings are spread, ready for a flight. Beautiful insect or bug and a good capture. Well done.
Wow that must have been a nice sight many beetles have the most unexpected way of taking off