The photography forum had many tips about taking close-up photos (Macro Mode in many cameras).
But it got pretty technical. I found a cheap tripod at Goodwill Industries; that's about the limit of my photo expertise.
>> Lin - whatever it is, they don't want it.
>> Spray with Insecticidal soap. If still there in 3 days spray with Neem oil. I don't like to screw around personally, and that looks serious.
Words of wisdom. Cure is better than diagnosis.