A bright blue male Dragonfly (Little skimmer, Orthetrum abbotti) perched of a green leaf in the Magoebaskloof Region

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A bright blue male Dragonfly (Little skimmer, Orthetrum abbotti) perched of a green leaf in the Magoebaskloof Region. Skimmers, also known as perchers, are the most common type of dragonfly and is well known for their bright vibrant colors.

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Size: 3968px × 2645px
Location: Haenertsburg, South Africa
Photo credit: © Marieke Peche / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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