Hey Ricki: I'm still in Florida. I'm not sure this species even makes it to the Midwest. But we have plenty of dragonflies there, too, especially near the lakes. But they arrive a little later in the season. ;-)
Beautiful photo--I love dragon and damsels--I haven't seen any yet, but they'll be a'flitting soon enough. Thanks for the reminder of summer in the garden.
Beautiful insect, yes! It was fun to have it drop down on the stem right next to me, and then sit there quietly for several minutes. He must have found a comfortable perch.
Always welcome in my garden. Nice capture, Beth.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Donna. Mine, too. Fascinating creatures.
DeleteVery handsome indeed!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's a good-lookin' fellow. ;-)
DeleteI could watch them for hours. Very nice shot Beth!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Karin. Me, too. Sometimes they seem to stop by and say, "Hello, there."
DeleteAbsolutely fabulous picture, and a wonderful spring color Beth!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Donna. I was lucky he sat on the stem for a few minutes to pay a visit. :)
DeleteVery good photo - so delicate.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Alain. They do seem fragile, don't they? Scary predators for their prey, though.
DeleteNature is so breathtaking. Great shot Beth!
ReplyDeleteThanks. Yes, it is!
DeleteLove dragonflies!!!
ReplyDeleteMe, too. Love to watch them. Fascinating flight patterns and behavior.
DeleteBeautiful photo -- and a treat on this winter day!
ReplyDeleteThanks. They're thick down here in Florida (not surprising, I guess).
DeleteSuperb photo.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Chloris. He treated me to a long, inquisitive visit. ;-)
DeleteWhat a great photo...
ReplyDeleteAmanda xx
Thank you, Amanda. He's a handsome guy, isn't he?
DeleteMust be the advance man...isn't it a bit early?
ReplyDeleteHey Ricki: I'm still in Florida. I'm not sure this species even makes it to the Midwest. But we have plenty of dragonflies there, too, especially near the lakes. But they arrive a little later in the season. ;-)
DeleteGreat shot! It's the real nature.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Endah. He was an interesting dragonfly visitor who perched right next to me. I couldn't resist snapping a few photos. :)
DeleteGreat photo!
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Thanks, Carla. Photogenic little guy.
DeleteLove these guys...
ReplyDeleteMe, too! I can't wait to see them back in my garden!
DeleteGORGEOUS photo, Beth! ♥
ReplyDeleteThanks, Heather. The little visitor was kind enough to sit quietly next to me for a few minutes. ;-)
DeleteSuch amazing little creatures--beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYes, I agree. I could watch dragonflies for hours. They are quick, stealthy, and tough on their prey. But they're also beautiful and graceful.
DeleteGreat photo! I love them.~~Dee
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dee. Me, too. Can't wait to see them in my northern garden. :)
DeleteBeautiful photo--I love dragon and damsels--I haven't seen any yet, but they'll be a'flitting soon enough. Thanks for the reminder of summer in the garden.
ReplyDeleteThanks. Yes, they were thick in Florida. I suppose it will be May, or at least late April, until I see them here in Wisconsin. Love 'em.
DeleteWhat a amazing moment and opportunity to capture such a beauty. That is gorgeous.
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Beautiful insect, yes! It was fun to have it drop down on the stem right next to me, and then sit there quietly for several minutes. He must have found a comfortable perch.
DeleteWonderful photograph. I love dragonflies.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jason. Me, too. We're lucky to live in states and locations where they're plentiful. :)
DeleteThis guy reminds me of a World War I fighter pilot, complete with leather helmet!
ReplyDeleteYes, the head does look like a helmet. The way his legs are stretched down across the sides of his body makes him look skeletal to me, too.
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