Slaty Skimmer (Libellula incesta) dragonfly perched atop a lotus bud.

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Size: 7360px × 4912px
Location: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, Washington DC
Photo credit: © Lori Epstein / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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