A calico pennant dragonfly perches on the tip of a grass stalk, displaying its colorful netted wings and compound eyes. Most likely a juvenile male.

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Size: 5504px × 8256px
Location: Massachusetts
Photo credit: © L.A. Faille / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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