Sheila, Just a question, are you using the LCD or the viewfinder? In my experience, I find that taking shots of bugs with the LCD is kinda difficult. Not to say it can't be done, but I seem to be able to track them better using the viewfinder. My want to give that a try! I'm usually out between 1 to 2 pm and see loads of insects/bugs in general. Seems like you were in a pretty good spot...lots of flowers helps, draws'em in like a magnet! Richard gave some great advice...bugs are prettty sluggish in the morning...guess they need that pick me up too! Concentrate on 1 flower eventually one will land on it....you need to learn to anticipate their next move...again this is WHY I use the viewfinder! it seems more nature at time to aim it (rather than being arm length with viewing on the LCD) I feel you can react a bit quicker this way BTW...I don't use a tripod...just can't get in the habit of luggin one with me! Also, don't move in TOO close! The all have that BUG sense, especially with those freaky eyes, they can SEE all around and sense movement! Back up a bit and use you 5x zoom to get in close! Keep trying! I would get to know your surroundings...keep going back to this spot and learn IT...observe them bugs and how they buzz around! Whew...sorry for the long winded message...hope this helps! L8r! Joe

Message edited on: 07/29/2005 14:12