Dragonfly eating termite
May 15, 2012 14:15:37 #
This time of year, a particular species of Dragonfly - commonly called the Blue Dasher - frequents my driveway, and the males LOVE to rest on the tip of my car antenna. I was setting up with my monopod to get a closeup, and the instant before I pressed the shutter release, the insect darted away, only to return seconds later with something in its mouth. I quickly took the photo before its lunch disappeared and when I processed the photo on my computer, I saw that it was an an adult termite. There are tons of termites in the air right now, so I guess for the dragonfly, it's like being at an all-you-can-eat buffet.
having lunch
after lunch
May 15, 2012 15:00:26 #
gym wrote:
This time of year, a particular species of Dragonf... (show quote)
Great catch! talking about being at right place at the right time!
May 15, 2012 17:19:04 #
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May 15, 2012 22:25:21 #
wow,you did it! i have only seen a dragonfly eating 1 time and couldnt get a pic.tom
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