Brachytron pratense
Hairy Dragonfly
One of the most awaited signs of spring is the first Hairy Dragonfly, the first hawker dragonfly to be seen flying in England. The noticeably 'hairy' thorax helping to give this dragonfly its name. I spent some time this year trying to photograph this species at Reculver which proved to be quite hard as they would only settle high in the tree branches. Thankfully persistence paid off and after a few visits I soon located a male flying around which landed nearby and allowed me to get a few wanted shots of this species. Hopefully the winter will pass quickly and I already look forward to seeing the first Hairy Dragonfly next year.
Hairy Dragonfly
Marc Heath
As usual, a magnificent series, Marc! A very beautiful dragonfly, and for me the eyes are also remarkable as its hairy thorax! Best Regards, M.
RépondreSupprimerAwesome captures, Marc! Glad your persistence paid off! The Hairy dragon is beautiful and you got some incredible shots of it!
RépondreSupprimerOn le connait un peu, celui là, et tes photos sont superbes, Marc, une première vraiment réussie !
RépondreSupprimerBrilliant Marc!
RépondreSupprimerSo much so since I still haven't seen it yet!
Definitely my next challenge in spring!
This male allowed you lovely and clear shots, persistence often pays off!
Thanks for posting them!
Le mélange des couleurs, yeux et thorax sont superbes !
RépondreSupprimerIl est magnifique.