Backyard and Beyond

Starting out from Brooklyn, an amateur naturalist explores our world.

As John Burroughs said, “The place to observe nature is where you are.”

Painted Skimmer

Libellula semifasciataFlying gold at Big John’s Pond: a Painted Skimmer (Libellula semifasciata).

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2 responses to “Painted Skimmer”

  1. crystalhrogers

    I have tried many times to take pics of dragonflies. I know how hard it is to get a good one. This is excellent. Can see all the detail

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  2. mthew

    Thanks. I was in a blind, which made it easier; then for it to land so close was gravy. Last year I pictured one from below, for a less happier result.

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