Like dragonflies, their larger “cousins,” damselflies have been rapidly decreasing in numbers this month. During recent visits to Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, I have seen only a few remaining damselflies. Therefore I was especially happy to spot this handsome male Familiar Bluet damselfly (Enallagma civile) last Tuesday.
The little damselfly seemed to be giving me a sideward glance as I carefully focused on him and I see a hint of what might be a smile. I really like the way that the background turned out in this image too—the colors and bokeh balls add additional visual interest without detracting from the primary subject.
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Mike, I enjoyed this capture and feel him giving the side eye and smile! He’s beautiful and has to stand out since there are so few of them!
Wonderful that you found one of your damselfly friends in the waning days of warm weather, Mike.
Thanks, Jet. I have to look harder now for damselflies and dragonflies, but a few hardy ones are still around and it is such a thrill to find them.