Praying Mantis On The Move: Davis Photo Of The Week

DAVIS, CA – This is a fascinating close-up of an orchid praying mantis, submitted by Patch reader Kathy Keatley Garvey, that is one of many praying mantises that UC Davis entomology major Lohitashwa “Lohit” Garikipati will display at UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day on Feb. 17.

His display will be at the Bohart Museum of Entomology. Twelve other museums or collections will be open that day. Read more on the event -- could be a nice outing for the family!

If you have an awesome photo of nature, breath-taking scenery, kids caught being kids, a pet doing something funny or something unusual you happen to catch with your camera, we'd love to feature it on Patch.

We're looking for high-resolution images that reflect the beauty that is Northern California, and that show off your unique talents. Post it for free in our bulletin board section on the site or email it to autumn.johnson@patch.com.

For other Photos of Week from around the Bay Area, see:

• Super Blue Blood Moon Over Dixon: Photo Of The Week
• Red Moon Over Napa Valley: Photos Of The Day
• Serene Scene: Napa Valley Photo Of The Week
• Mesmerizing Blues & Views: Pacifica Photo Of The Week
• Tangerine Sky & Shore: Half Moon Bay Photo Of The Week

--Image via Kathy Keatley Garvey