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BLUE DASHER
Pachydiplax longipennis (female)
Photographed on August 7, 2011.
I was in my Aunt Sue’s backyard in Opelousas, LA, USA, marveling at my son and God-daughter’s imaginations, when this stunning female glided in for a landing on the clothesline. A few minutes later, three of her friends arrived, including two females and one male (blue abdomen). The temperature was upwards of 95 F, which had the dashers striking myriad poses to cool themselves off.
And that’s when I ran inside to grab my tripod and macro lens!
Nikon D90
Tamron 90mm macro
ISO 400
f/8
1/1250 sec
The observable Universe sprang into existence 13.7 billion years ago, and has evolved to observe itself. In my opinion, there’s no greater event to consider. I enjoy astronomy, photography, and time with my wife and little boy. While capturing and editing photos, I jam to The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Air Supply, LMFAO, The Foo Fighters, REM, Barry Manilow, Dr. Dre, Snoop, Duran Duran, Weezer, The Flaming Lips, U2, Boyz to Men, Pearl Jam, Peter Gabriel, Queen, Color Me Badd, and The Beach Boys.
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gorgeous, in the top 3 of dragonfly captures I’ve ever seen
You’ve made my day, LB! Thank you so much for commenting!!
– Briar Richard
Wonderful capture
Hi, Larry! Thanks!
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Nice capture.
Hi, Carmen! Thanks very much for your kind words.
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What a great capture this is Brian, Love their faces
So glad you like the pic, Karen! Thanks!!
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Hi, Ray! Thanks!!
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Sweet!!! Oh I absolutely love how you focused on it’s head : ) Stunning Briar!!! :D
Thank you so much, Eva! It took a few f stop changes to get the field dept where I wanted it. She was so still and cooperative, I actually had a little time to review each shot and then make the adjustment.
– Briar Richard
12 August 2011 – 1 image per day
Great close up!
Thanks very much for your kind words, Konstantinos!
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I’m honored, Lynne! Thank you so much! The passion and effort you give to this wonderful group is just awesome!
– Briar Richard
Wow… what a treat : )
You have a great weekend Briar and happy shooting :D
Thanks, Eva. Hope you had a fun weekend!
– Briar Richard
He looks like he is giving you the eye! LOL looks great!
Thanks, Helen! She had me in her sights, for sure.
– Briar Richard