Emperor Dragonfly

PeterD-2009

This is the largest dragonfly in the UK. It can be found around large bodies of fresh water. Usually always on the move and is particularly powerful in flight. Its prey include butterflies and tadpoles. It is a member of the Darter family.


Camera: Olympus E5 + Bigma


Camera: Olympus E3 + Sigma 150mm macro
The reflection on the eye was due to the sun and could not be avoided without disturbing this skittish dragonfly.

Lord Vetinari

Good captures
Brian V.

PeterD-2009

Lord Vetinari wrote: »

Good captures
Brian V.

Good morning and thank you for your comments Brian.

GOLDENORFE

good find, not seen any here yet! they are stunning to watch hunting:D

its a member of hawker family, not darters!

PeterD-2009

GOLDENORFE wrote: »

good find, not seen any here yet! they are stunning to watch hunting:D

its a member of hawker family, not darters!

Thank you Phil. I don't know what made me write darter:cry