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Emperor Dragonfly

Not the most artistic photo I've taken (though I quite like the reflection). This is a female Emperor Dragonfly (Anax imperator) laying eggs in a large pond.

The Emperor is the largest dragonfly in Europe, but while laying, she was frequently "buzzed" by Azure Damselflies (upper left). I'm not sure if they were bravely defending their territory, or looking to eat the Emperor's eggs.
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8 comments

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Awesome image; like the reflections.
9 days ago

Annemarie said:

most beautiful

Wish you a sunny serene day!
9 days ago ( translate )

Jean-louis Thiaudier… said:

Belle capture !!
9 days ago ( translate )

Günter Klaus said:

Das hast du klasse aufgenommen mit dieser Libelle und der Spiegelung lieber Gavin,sehr schön ist auch die kommende Libelle,die auch angeflogen kommt :))

Wünsche noch einen schönen Nachmittag,liebe Grüße Güni :))
9 days ago ( translate )

Don Sutherland said:

Fantastic shot.
9 days ago

William Sutherland said:

Fabulous capture!
8 days ago ( translate )

*Уαɾα said:

The photo captures a sense of vitality and beautiful reflections.
The dragonflies' colors are gorgeous, and the composition is great, too.
It's just beautiful, Gavin!
8 days ago

Mikus said:

Prima, mit der Spiegelung.
6 days ago ( translate )
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