Slender skimmer dragonfly
This morning, amidst the breeze and the quiet of nature, I spotted a Slender Skimmer dragonfly perched calmly at the tip of a dead stem. I approached it slowly and cautiously. I made sure not to stand too close; I could see it was on high alert, constantly moving its head. It appeared quite restless, so I decided to photograph it from a slight distance to avoid agitating it further.
The dragonfly was medium-sized, making it relatively easy to photograph from a bit further away. It is a beautifully colored species belonging to the Libellulidae family, featuring a lovely combination of green and black. The foliage a mix of green and the brown of dried leaves provided a perfect backdrop, creating a harmonious scene on this peaceful morning. Its transparent wings were adorned with unique, intricate patterns resembling a neatly designed web.
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| Latin name | Orthetrum sabina |
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| Observation date | 26 Jun, 2026 |
| Camera used | realme 7 Pro |
| Photographers | @reachdreams |
| Location | Aceh, Indonesia |
| Link to original community |
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https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/375409052
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
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| 4.695135 | 96.7493993 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=4.695135&mlon=96.7493993 |
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Awesome work on the daily Ecency leaderboard quest, @reachdreams! Your patient observation perfectly captures the delicate beauty of this serene encounter.
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