With the weather warm and light winds yesterday afternoon, I thought I would have a rare visit after work to Nethergong to see what could be found. Arriving at 4pm in still sunny mild conditions, I spent an hour walking around a few areas where I managed to find 10 Willow Emerald Damselfly which included 1 pair seen ovipositing, 34 Common Darter and just the one Migrant Hawker. The Willow Emerald Damselflies have now taken on their mature colouring and it was nice to find one showing nicely along the stream where I was able to take a few images with a nice autumnal coloured background. Weather permitting, I hope that they have a few weeks at least yet to secure next years generation and that I can make a few more visits during the next few weekends to enjoy them before the season comes to a close.
Willow Emerald Damselfly (Chalcolestes viridis) - male
Common Darter (Sympetrum striolatum) - male
Well shot Marc, and use of macro, perfect.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Bob. Always nice to get in close to show what beautiful features, these damselflies have.
DeleteThe autumn colours in your images are beautiful, Marc. Please keep them coming for as long as you can. Best wishes - - - Richard
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Richard. This time of year does indeed produce some excellent colours to photograph. Hopefully a few more photos to come soon.
DeleteIt seems you have had a nice long season this year, Marc.
ReplyDeleteYes indeed Wilma. Some species hit the jackpot when we had very warm temperatures over a long period of time. Weather permitting, the Willow Emerald Damselflies and Common Darters might make it into November.
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