Sunday, July 13, 2008

Red Dragonfly


Last weekend while fishing I noticed many large dark colored dragonflies patrolling along the lake shore along with a very few smaller red ones. This weekend the red dragonflies seemed to outnumber the others.

This dragonfly allowed me to drift the boat right up to the sprig of marsh grass it was resting on.

I attempted to identify this creature by checking some web sites but was unsuccessful. If any of you viewers could enlighten me I would appreciate it.
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17 comments:

  1. EG CameraGirlSun Jul 13, 05:49:00 PM EDT

    Salty,
    I have photo of a similar red dragonfly that I haven't identified yet. I've just begun my search though.
    EG

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  2. LouiseSun Jul 13, 06:07:00 PM EDT

    That is one beautiful dragonfly!

    I have NO idea what it is, but the guy at this blog has some resources linked, and he seems to know about every bug in his region of the country. http://elmostreport.blogspot.com/

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  3. AnonymousSun Jul 13, 07:03:00 PM EDT

    I see Louise gave you Marvin's blog and if he doesn't know he will find out. From weeds to everything else he seems to be an expert in many fields besides photography

    http://elmostreport.blogspot.com/

    I like your photograph. I am never able to see dragonflies here at home but sometimes see them at small ponds when I go to one.

    Thanks for the visit and comment on my blog.

    Abraham Lincoln
    Brookville, Ohio

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  4. Misty DawnSSun Jul 13, 07:49:00 PM EDT

    That is a gorgeous dragonfly! I've got photos of blue, green, brown, and tan... but no red... this is SO COOL!

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  5. Ramblings of a Villas GirlSun Jul 13, 08:18:00 PM EDT

    Hi Salty! I don't know what it is, but it sure is pretty. Lisa

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  6. photowannabeSun Jul 13, 08:41:00 PM EDT

    Stunning closeup. I like his foot holding on to the blade of grass. Beautiful.

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  7. AshrunnerSun Jul 13, 11:19:00 PM EDT

    Nice shot. I do believe what you have there is a Calico Pennant.

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  8. Kerri FarleyMon Jul 14, 07:35:00 AM EDT

    I just saw my very first red/orange dragonfly this weekend!
    He looks similar to yours...and I have no idea what kind it is.
    Fabulous capture!!

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  9. This Is My Blog - fishing guyMon Jul 14, 07:44:00 AM EDT

    Salty: Very nice capture of a great looking dragonfly. I never saw a red one.

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  10. EG CameraGirlMon Jul 14, 03:19:00 PM EDT

    Salty,
    I think the dragonfly may be a Calico Pennant drgonfly.

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  11. Chad Oneil MyersMon Jul 14, 09:12:00 PM EDT

    Very cool.

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  12. TomTue Jul 15, 11:52:00 AM EDT

    Hi Salty.. no idea at all but I know Mervin is your best bet.. or try the BUG Guide site he uses so well.

    Tom

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  13. i beatiTue Jul 15, 02:25:00 PM EDT

    I've never seen a red dragonfly not ever ever.y posts are on the 13th .. sk

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  14. imacTue Jul 15, 04:10:00 PM EDT

    Great captur Salty

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  15. AnonymousTue Jul 15, 06:11:00 PM EDT

    Sorry... I looked in my little book and did not see one that's red or has those dots.

    Pretty though!!

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  16. LeedraThu Jul 17, 04:59:00 PM EDT

    Never seen a red one. Love the photo.

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  17. Dwayne "the canoe guy"Sat Sep 06, 11:12:00 PM EDT

    I saw a red dragonfly this past Thursday, first one I have ever seen.

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