Thank you to all the participants, some interesting critters and their defenses.
Honorable Mentions:
Margaret Lew- Neon color warning frog
Arnie Peterschmidt - Green Python camouflage (beautiful snake!!!)
3rd Place: Markus Grompe - Prickly stinging caterpillar
2nd Place: Ken Zaret -Ospreys' Talons
Winner:
Markus Grompe - Poisonous spine & camouflage fish - this fit the subject perfectly & tells the story of defense.