New lens

I bought a new 18-75mm image stabilised lens last week. I have been putting it through its paces today and have been suitably impressed. Above is a photo of the kowhai moth caterpillar that the cuckoos have been feeding on.

Didn't want to get too close to these little nasties.

A praying mantis checks me out. This one was on the glass at the back door. I can't understand how it can get a grip on the glass with those feet?