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Anax Junius


Anax Junius
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Copyright: Loon van der Meer (Loon) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 120 W: 11 N: 91] (1161)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-07-07
Categories: Daily Life, Nature
Camera: Nikon D-70s, Nikkor 28-100mm, 62 mm UV
Exposure: f/7.1, 1/800 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-07-09 11:33
Viewed: 382
Points: 24
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
A dragonfly is any insect belonging to the order Odonata, the suborder Epiprocta or, in the strict sense, the infraorder Anisoptera. It is characterized by large multifaceted eyes, two pairs of strong transparent wings, and an elongated body.

Dragonflies typically eat mosquitoes, midges and other small insects like flies, bees, and butterflies. They are usually found around lakes, ponds, streams, and wetlands because their larvae, known as "nymphs", are aquatic. Dragonflies do not normally bite or sting humans (though they will bite in order to escape, for example, if grasped by the tail); in fact, they are valued as a predator that helps control the populations of harmful insects, such as mosquitoes.


The Green Darner or Common Green Darner (Anax junius) is a dragonfly of the family Aeshnidae, native to North America. It is one of the biggest and fastest-flying dragonflies, able to reach speeds of 85 km/h (55 mph). This species has several nicknames, including "Darning Needle" for its speed, "Mosquito Hawk" for its predatory habits, and "Lord of June" for its abundance during the summer season.
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  • nova Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2859 W: 267 N: 856] (8299)
  • [2006-07-09 11:38]

This is a wonderful shot,Loon! The reflection in the water is beaitiful! Very well composed image! Nice frame! Thanks for sharing! Michel

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  • biblio Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 579 W: 6 N: 225] (2498)
  • [2006-07-09 12:30]

Great reflection and a nicely composed and lit image Loon
TFS
Regards
Chris

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  • fkokol Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 262 W: 0 N: 153] (1452)
  • [2006-07-09 13:24]

The reflection is beautiful. congratulations,

Figen

Very great imege Loon. The reflection is very beautiful. Good presentation.
Well done.

Hio Loon,
Phoe je hebt het zelf niet makkelijk gemaakt.
Of je bent vroeg opgestaan dan willen ze nog niet vliegen door de ochtend kou.
De foto is special door de refectie.
Knap stukje werk. Kan volgens mij nog iets aan gescherpt worden
RuudBlok

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  • samr Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 758 W: 44 N: 433] (3323)
  • [2006-07-09 22:49]

A great capture Loon, detailed sharpness and reflection along with great composition. Your portfolio is a very good collection of very nice work. Thanks for sharing.
Sam

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  • Fons Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1519 W: 1 N: 143] (12189)
  • [2006-07-10 3:56]

Wat een spiegeling! Ze is bezig de eieren te leggen onder dat stokje...Prachtig

The most interesting thing is the reflection of the dragonfly.Good POV!I like the cropping and the thick black frame too,creative!
Regards,
chiping

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  • denjoe Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 158 W: 0 N: 144] (2443)
  • [2006-07-13 12:18]

Excellent capture!! I especially like the reflection and the frame is a nice touch. Well done!!

Beautiful Photo Loon
the detail of the wings that is still visible on the water is great.
wonderful job.
:)

Very nicely captured, Loon. I really like your crop showing only the insect and its shadow. Perfert framing to enhance this picture. Excellent!

Hi Loon,
Wonderful shot,very good composition, sharpness and miror.
Thanks for your sending/sharing.
Best wishes.
Haluk

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