So far this year I have somewhat neglected Dragonflies and Damselflies, but a short visit to a couple of sites has given me the chance to get a few shots of these fascinating insects, along with a couple of Mayflies.
It does seem to be a particularly good year for White-legged Damselflies and I am finding them in most areas that I visit. A very distinctive species.
White-legged Damselflies in tandem.
Female White-legged Damselfly.
Male White-legged Damselfly.
Mayflies have always given me a target for photography with their intricate wings and incredible body structure. Last year I missed them totally due to the lockdown and the previous year I only saw a single individual, so it was good to see a few more this year.
Mayflies.
A Red-tipped Clearwing was also good to see on the same day as the Mayflies. One of my favourite Clearwings although I still haven't got the right photo I'm after of this species.
Red-tipped Clearwing.
Lovely images Bob of the White legged and Mayflies. We don't get det them in East Kent but hopefully they will slowly spread this way. Take care.
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