unidentified dragonfly

paddler4

I found this one on the side of a creek, sitting in very bright sunlight (obviously, from the eyes). Not sure what kind of dragonfly it is.

Lord Vetinari

Can't help with the ID but it's a lovely capture !
Brian v.

paddler4

thanks

basflt

mayby this could help
http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/distr/insects/dfly/index.htm

paddler4

Ba$--Thanks. Couldn't find it there, or in my Audubon guide. It's to be expected--there are so many species of Odonates. I recently read that of the 194 species identified so far in New York State, roughly 140 have been found in the Adirondacks, where I chanced on this one.

DeVil

but it is a shot

GOLDENORFE

very nice, good looking dragon
a bit tight in frame for me

paddler4

Thanks all. Phil--it's cropped a moderate amount, so I can try adding back a little more space. maybe in front.

Chrissiebeez_NL

Lovely capture (esp. considering the harsh light)