Nature Photography
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Have one subject from multiple angles in each photo.
Always take more than one photo of a subject, especially insects.
Look for unique characteristics of any subject. Anything unique will help with identification.
If you are using a cell phone, make sure you turn your flash on. This will help decrease shadows and increase edge definition.
Remember, the closer you get to a subject, the less that will be in focus (limited depth of field).
When photographing fungi, make sure you also get a photo of the underneath part of the cap.
When photographing trees, photos of the bark, leaves and branching pattern are helpful.
With bees, make sure you photograph a view of the abdomen patterning. This is very important with bumble bees.
With butterflies, both sides of the wings are important in determining identification.