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Widow Skimmer Dragonfly

Libellula luctuosa

Description:

My first insect photo ever of this beautiful golden dragonfly from a short distance. Only photo I have, it flew away quickly. Possibly some type of Meadowhawk Dragonfly (Skimmer type) small - medium in size. Conclusion: Thanks Karen L. - Widow Skimmer (female)

Habitat:

Meadow property in the Poconos.


2 species ID suggestions

Meadowhawk Dragonfly
Sympetrum
KarenL
KarenL a year ago
Widow skimmer (female)
Libellula luctuosa Widow Skimmer

3 Comments

KarenL
KarenL a year ago

Great first insect photo - they are not the easiest to shoot!
I love watching dragonflies - we are building a pond in the spring so hopefully we will attract a few into our yard!

CarolSnowMilne
CarolSnowMilne a year ago

WOW! Karen! You are the greatest! Thanks again! Widow Skimmer female it is! For my first insect ever to photograph, it was an amazing one!

KarenL
KarenL a year ago

Lovely shot!

Pennsylvania, USA

Lat: 40.87, Long: -75.60

Spotted on Jun 15, 2011
Submitted on Nov 2, 2011

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