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Red Dragonfly

Red Dragonfly

 

It is characterized by large multifaceted eyes, two pairs of strong transparent wings, and an elongated body. Dragonflies can sometimes be mistaken for damselflies, which are morphologically similar; however, adults can be differentiated by the fact that the wings of most dragonflies are held away from, and perpendicular to, the body when at rest. Dragonflies possess six legs (like any other insect), but most of them cannot walk well. Dragonflies are among the fastest flying insects in the world.

 

Nikon D5100

Shutter Speed-1/200,

iso 160, 45mm, F 5.6.

Location: Batanagar.

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Uploaded on May 2, 2014
Taken on September 19, 2013