Discover Tiny Wonders
Welcome to a world where the smallest creatures take center stage. Through stunning macro photography, this site celebrates the beauty and significance of arthropods and insects, revealing their hidden roles in the ecosystem. Explore captivating close-ups, learn about the environmental importance of these tiny titans, and join a journey of discovery and conservation.
About me
I’m Dara Ojo, a macro photographer specializing in revealing the hidden beauty of arthropods. My journey began in China, where I first explored the intricate world of insects during the pandemic. Since then, I’ve captured stunning macro images in diverse environments, from Alberta’s wild spaces to the vibrant jungles of Costa Rica.
Through my lens, I highlight the overlooked creatures that play essential roles in our ecosystems, aiming to inspire curiosity and conservation. Explore the world of the tiny but mighty through my work.
Macro Photography Showcase
A wasp pictured after a rainfall in Edmonton, Alberta
Discover Tiny Wonders
Join us in celebrating the vital roles of our planet’s smallest creatures through captivating macro photography and conservation efforts.
See the unseen, capture the extraordinary
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dara@explorewithdara.com
![Up close with one of nature’s loudest singers—a cicada in all its intricate detail. Swipe to see another that had freshly emerged, likely a different individual as these shots were taken on different days and in separate spots on the same property. Both photos came to life while exploring with @laurent_nam .
Cicadas are not only known for their distinctive calls, which males use to attract mates, but they also play a vital role in the ecosystem. By burrowing underground for years, cicada nymphs aerate the soil, benefiting plant roots and promoting healthy soil. Their life cycle adds organic matter to the ground, nourishing the environment even after they’re gone. These small creatures might be loud, but their impact is even louder.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot, Single shots
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/466993508_18051594862952771_5572861842816503895_n-320x305.jpg)
![A dewed drenched damselfly. You got to swipe on this one 😁
#macrophotography #damselfly #dew
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/466630843_18051385174952771_5056963069721454073_n-320x274.jpg)
![The face of a hoverfly, up close and personal! Against the blue backdrop, every tiny detail pops—from those mesmerizing compound eyes to the delicate hairs along its body. Hoverflies aren’t just beautiful; they’re pollination pros, supporting biodiversity in a big way. What details can you spot?
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/466506026_18051304486952771_2531855802486540204_n-309x320.jpg)
![The texture on this Moth is mind blowing!! Swipe to see the face on this unique moth I found right outside me room in @villablancahotel and off course it has dew, I was in a cloud forest, the dew level is madness😀
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/466509272_18051098218952771_7301641435091827723_n-320x320.jpg)
![Another day another insect with dew! I saw this absolute gem earlier in the season at @uabotanicgarden again at the odd hour of 2am 😀. It posed right for me in the first photo and even switched the pose to another in the 4th slide.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/465996785_18050993401952771_4306992106785072329_n-314x320.jpg)
![I found this fly while I was searching for a dragonfly, perfectly still and covered in dew, capturing the quiet beauty of the morning in each droplet.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/465956236_18050891914952771_1777234617674167392_n-320x320.jpg)
![Another colorful and beautiful moth found in the “cold” Alberta — meet the Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth (Lophocampa maculata). Swipe to see a full shot of this beauty and the intricate details on its wings.
Interesting fact: These moths, in their caterpillar stage, are commonly called “woolly bears” due to their dense, fuzzy appearance. They play an important ecological role by feeding on trees like poplar, willow, and birch, helping to maintain the balance in forest ecosystems.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/465612926_18050573905952771_6145452772047295401_n-320x320.jpg)
![Swipe for a bundle of surprises! During a late-night exploration at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, I stumbled upon an incredible scene: a mother wolf spider carrying her tiny brood on her back. This devoted mama can carry anywhere from 50 to 1,000 spiderlings, depending on the species, ensuring their safety and survival. Wolf spiders play a vital role in controlling insect populations, benefiting the ecosystem as natural pest managers.
#WolfSpider #MacroPhotography #WildlifeMoments #Spiderlings #NaturePhotography #WildlifeConservation #SpiderLife #NatureEncounters #BotanicGarden #CanadianNature #ArachnidLove #NightExploration
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://explorewithdara.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/465403398_18050372290952771_3982374212095890169_n-257x320.jpg)
![Up close with one of nature’s loudest singers—a cicada in all its intricate detail. Swipe to see another that had freshly emerged, likely a different individual as these shots were taken on different days and in separate spots on the same property. Both photos came to life while exploring with @laurent_nam .
Cicadas are not only known for their distinctive calls, which males use to attract mates, but they also play a vital role in the ecosystem. By burrowing underground for years, cicada nymphs aerate the soil, benefiting plant roots and promoting healthy soil. Their life cycle adds organic matter to the ground, nourishing the environment even after they’re gone. These small creatures might be loud, but their impact is even louder.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot, Single shots
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466993508_18051594862952771_5572861842816503895_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=G0psuxhYfhYQ7kNvgF0YgoN&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAmW2IgenTZ9ETRKwnzXulJo08c0MZW_J81SVSKAysDQA&oe=673CB3DD)
![Up close with one of nature’s loudest singers—a cicada in all its intricate detail. Swipe to see another that had freshly emerged, likely a different individual as these shots were taken on different days and in separate spots on the same property. Both photos came to life while exploring with @laurent_nam .
Cicadas are not only known for their distinctive calls, which males use to attract mates, but they also play a vital role in the ecosystem. By burrowing underground for years, cicada nymphs aerate the soil, benefiting plant roots and promoting healthy soil. Their life cycle adds organic matter to the ground, nourishing the environment even after they’re gone. These small creatures might be loud, but their impact is even louder.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot, Single shots
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/467043184_18051594871952771_3009856039482518525_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=Snwcgo2HpIQQ7kNvgHNPJX8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYCegP7xiudVcINdYl-WVPERN6mhXa6mhfKc5JosobOV0g&oe=673CBD46)
![Up close with one of nature’s loudest singers—a cicada in all its intricate detail. Swipe to see another that had freshly emerged, likely a different individual as these shots were taken on different days and in separate spots on the same property. Both photos came to life while exploring with @laurent_nam .
Cicadas are not only known for their distinctive calls, which males use to attract mates, but they also play a vital role in the ecosystem. By burrowing underground for years, cicada nymphs aerate the soil, benefiting plant roots and promoting healthy soil. Their life cycle adds organic matter to the ground, nourishing the environment even after they’re gone. These small creatures might be loud, but their impact is even louder.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot, Single shots
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/467196954_18051594880952771_9168822689521399250_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=_kPCgrKMkDkQ7kNvgF5ecTM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYCLg3w4TPAa6stbO0BkS_BxJeGFt2bO7gAtN1rgTO8-Qw&oe=673CB2BD)
![A dewed drenched damselfly. You got to swipe on this one 😁
#macrophotography #damselfly #dew
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466630843_18051385174952771_5056963069721454073_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=wPs5I-8n65wQ7kNvgFsNfN8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAZWo2jCG9ql0OS6d__8_KUSf39yzl3I_tVcoLdEOY2vg&oe=673CA3B9)
![A dewed drenched damselfly. You got to swipe on this one 😁
#macrophotography #damselfly #dew
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466745161_18051385186952771_8277667179721300058_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=dOXoutavZQcQ7kNvgES3ruY&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAmtzYHFZUnlOEtBQXSyQvVKPB74x0dYk6zV5yXgXyJtw&oe=673CA942)
![A dewed drenched damselfly. You got to swipe on this one 😁
#macrophotography #damselfly #dew
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466745166_18051385198952771_2586367973945272734_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=a4TAImW7U3YQ7kNvgEu7CMj&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYB9uTWQ08sF845kiUAEc5HS2henCKK_CcP71aFMBjM_tA&oe=673CBD8D)
![A dewed drenched damselfly. You got to swipe on this one 😁
#macrophotography #damselfly #dew
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466721220_18051385207952771_5390500938625190766_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=sMIkqIaqNmkQ7kNvgHn2k7O&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYC_YK6nZ5CcB-kme0Sz7OeM_NTFGfkFBWeHQ02qEucLeQ&oe=673CA8AA)
![The face of a hoverfly, up close and personal! Against the blue backdrop, every tiny detail pops—from those mesmerizing compound eyes to the delicate hairs along its body. Hoverflies aren’t just beautiful; they’re pollination pros, supporting biodiversity in a big way. What details can you spot?
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466506026_18051304486952771_2531855802486540204_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=0iPeuXbMx4IQ7kNvgH0iato&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAVilustnXoYZacWIz-QaqCCB-BZg3UTI0YhR_ndoNVUQ&oe=673CD797)
![The face of a hoverfly, up close and personal! Against the blue backdrop, every tiny detail pops—from those mesmerizing compound eyes to the delicate hairs along its body. Hoverflies aren’t just beautiful; they’re pollination pros, supporting biodiversity in a big way. What details can you spot?
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466737666_18051304495952771_8115126548728671096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=DTHpnBVNG80Q7kNvgEzux8c&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYCeOoRVNJbruiO_Oetf0toCrhX2dE3VD-TRp9EUzQdeHA&oe=673CD1F4)
![The texture on this Moth is mind blowing!! Swipe to see the face on this unique moth I found right outside me room in @villablancahotel and off course it has dew, I was in a cloud forest, the dew level is madness😀
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466509272_18051098218952771_7301641435091827723_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=_Y-1QGXyCOEQ7kNvgGYUEEs&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDe3vDjUaE0txzzsOFApGTlxdsvZH8tQJn6MeGKoM6mDg&oe=673CABAF)
![The texture on this Moth is mind blowing!! Swipe to see the face on this unique moth I found right outside me room in @villablancahotel and off course it has dew, I was in a cloud forest, the dew level is madness😀
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466494117_18051098227952771_5751539139697828509_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=IkP155fncy4Q7kNvgGNM0OP&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYBblT7tL5EDGzeATIXAdxZ6-VXp2Aj-d9qywvwrAObJVg&oe=673CA1F7)
![The texture on this Moth is mind blowing!! Swipe to see the face on this unique moth I found right outside me room in @villablancahotel and off course it has dew, I was in a cloud forest, the dew level is madness😀
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466142007_18051098236952771_1931455305063806105_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=3MYnciumr34Q7kNvgEP3_5b&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYCS28vSo4UbhW3VZ2fl4GaR575pNfOURZ6C5LGrjwBd6g&oe=673CD7AE)
![The texture on this Moth is mind blowing!! Swipe to see the face on this unique moth I found right outside me room in @villablancahotel and off course it has dew, I was in a cloud forest, the dew level is madness😀
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466468919_18051098245952771_3221625426832364660_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=EmwdjMd_5aMQ7kNvgG_Q55t&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAF6xA5q_pZpUGa3dPhcNrL8mvrozKnOeAsNxyA3qV-vw&oe=673CC936)
![Another day another insect with dew! I saw this absolute gem earlier in the season at @uabotanicgarden again at the odd hour of 2am 😀. It posed right for me in the first photo and even switched the pose to another in the 4th slide.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465996785_18050993401952771_4306992106785072329_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=eCoUOhp0nogQ7kNvgHxjRef&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAtYBZICZm1oOAf03BhBzUuvQ1uX7FurH0CbdoVAo-Ltg&oe=673CD8D6)
![Another day another insect with dew! I saw this absolute gem earlier in the season at @uabotanicgarden again at the odd hour of 2am 😀. It posed right for me in the first photo and even switched the pose to another in the 4th slide.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465948511_18050993410952771_410092806449249868_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=Tfrz65TQ2BoQ7kNvgFr-7-H&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDTA-zNqvoHs1UUKqyVll3q8XegoST7Cg0Fj3BX8mdJPg&oe=673CA793)
![Another day another insect with dew! I saw this absolute gem earlier in the season at @uabotanicgarden again at the odd hour of 2am 😀. It posed right for me in the first photo and even switched the pose to another in the 4th slide.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466011692_18050993419952771_2271358611280983089_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=4iX2pkgygz8Q7kNvgGfqj3U&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYAk5hYn2d6aGjNX9iMLcAeBkA0U0h4EwzKuF_UhwADn0g&oe=673CD67F)
![Another day another insect with dew! I saw this absolute gem earlier in the season at @uabotanicgarden again at the odd hour of 2am 😀. It posed right for me in the first photo and even switched the pose to another in the 4th slide.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466001565_18050993437952771_8461472564240023344_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=RxA6tOzhHXMQ7kNvgGpzg2j&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDoiHTQ8slx93HggHrOnYZUd-xeuzaWwMeaB67ZPcfDPw&oe=673CB81B)
![I found this fly while I was searching for a dragonfly, perfectly still and covered in dew, capturing the quiet beauty of the morning in each droplet.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465956236_18050891914952771_1777234617674167392_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=gdMndKy0VpYQ7kNvgGRQvTt&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDn_06BngdiHO3MaBMQKgSePU5ZRnrOmPFKyROvsC4wJQ&oe=673CB278)
![I found this fly while I was searching for a dragonfly, perfectly still and covered in dew, capturing the quiet beauty of the morning in each droplet.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/466100651_18050891923952771_4045300112031191219_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=nXUDKrxGTusQ7kNvgHlkUaP&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYBDiyY96uqGZQW7LIfsBLZFvr5aZnVt_xCVDaCdSX2VJg&oe=673CA40F)
![Another colorful and beautiful moth found in the “cold” Alberta — meet the Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth (Lophocampa maculata). Swipe to see a full shot of this beauty and the intricate details on its wings.
Interesting fact: These moths, in their caterpillar stage, are commonly called “woolly bears” due to their dense, fuzzy appearance. They play an important ecological role by feeding on trees like poplar, willow, and birch, helping to maintain the balance in forest ecosystems.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465612926_18050573905952771_6145452772047295401_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=cOy8yk_9o1oQ7kNvgHv2ArL&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYBQ6V5cOF03yJJN0Gke1Ikg0eJFPfJGH0Hd9b67PPkOEQ&oe=673CB344)
![Another colorful and beautiful moth found in the “cold” Alberta — meet the Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth (Lophocampa maculata). Swipe to see a full shot of this beauty and the intricate details on its wings.
Interesting fact: These moths, in their caterpillar stage, are commonly called “woolly bears” due to their dense, fuzzy appearance. They play an important ecological role by feeding on trees like poplar, willow, and birch, helping to maintain the balance in forest ecosystems.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465763049_18050573917952771_3872489910600757185_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=T7ycRW_vg5oQ7kNvgFsvlzL&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYD5NShlGhp7de69LZUZ_fMx3vyMCgSwFP_gIHSsBWC_kQ&oe=673CB4E1)
![Another colorful and beautiful moth found in the “cold” Alberta — meet the Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth (Lophocampa maculata). Swipe to see a full shot of this beauty and the intricate details on its wings.
Interesting fact: These moths, in their caterpillar stage, are commonly called “woolly bears” due to their dense, fuzzy appearance. They play an important ecological role by feeding on trees like poplar, willow, and birch, helping to maintain the balance in forest ecosystems.
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465763118_18050573926952771_690302008090280770_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=3EM7wVlpuqUQ7kNvgFcRcB-&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYBfR-vUCuw16OtplJwITXIjHczLNlZV6t_u2XrY7SFmXw&oe=673CD1EE)
![Swipe for a bundle of surprises! During a late-night exploration at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, I stumbled upon an incredible scene: a mother wolf spider carrying her tiny brood on her back. This devoted mama can carry anywhere from 50 to 1,000 spiderlings, depending on the species, ensuring their safety and survival. Wolf spiders play a vital role in controlling insect populations, benefiting the ecosystem as natural pest managers.
#WolfSpider #MacroPhotography #WildlifeMoments #Spiderlings #NaturePhotography #WildlifeConservation #SpiderLife #NatureEncounters #BotanicGarden #CanadianNature #ArachnidLove #NightExploration
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465403398_18050372290952771_3982374212095890169_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=HDeI9uvl4awQ7kNvgFeuYOW&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDVYMwNtfg4XqpKigU-IOLz7VI6_6gcEHYGjQ_Vsdh8gQ&oe=673CB79F)
![Swipe for a bundle of surprises! During a late-night exploration at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, I stumbled upon an incredible scene: a mother wolf spider carrying her tiny brood on her back. This devoted mama can carry anywhere from 50 to 1,000 spiderlings, depending on the species, ensuring their safety and survival. Wolf spiders play a vital role in controlling insect populations, benefiting the ecosystem as natural pest managers.
#WolfSpider #MacroPhotography #WildlifeMoments #Spiderlings #NaturePhotography #WildlifeConservation #SpiderLife #NatureEncounters #BotanicGarden #CanadianNature #ArachnidLove #NightExploration
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465192961_18050372305952771_2128388544494439398_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=clDBRrwUwvwQ7kNvgEL7bIp&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYDzWdkAAzYoIYkvYz--WPOMzbXkfStrHu1yJXnzU5aoiw&oe=673CCCA3)
![Swipe for a bundle of surprises! During a late-night exploration at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, I stumbled upon an incredible scene: a mother wolf spider carrying her tiny brood on her back. This devoted mama can carry anywhere from 50 to 1,000 spiderlings, depending on the species, ensuring their safety and survival. Wolf spiders play a vital role in controlling insect populations, benefiting the ecosystem as natural pest managers.
#WolfSpider #MacroPhotography #WildlifeMoments #Spiderlings #NaturePhotography #WildlifeConservation #SpiderLife #NatureEncounters #BotanicGarden #CanadianNature #ArachnidLove #NightExploration
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OM-1 Mark II
M.zuiko 90mm
Godox V860III
Cygnustech macro diffuser
Stacked shot
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©️Dara Ojo [D O] 👨🏾🦱](https://scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.75761-15/465345613_18050372314952771_2553342771269129031_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=ol9oKVKfVwoQ7kNvgGwI2ym&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-phx1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Apfh47lDSo3vEBqTjQlapb7&oh=00_AYD5O-cX69H5d4gTqo82-J1yGVWbzlTw_M6rt3-YiJzv9w&oe=673CB9E9)