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Willow Emerald Damselfly - Lestes viridis
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Male and female caught by Araneus diadematus. Taken at Staverton Lakes, Suffolk on 31st August 2009.
· Date: Fri November 13, 2009 · Views: 923
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Keywords: Willow Emerald Damselfly Lestes viridis
Camera Information: Nikon D300 with Sigma 150mm macro lens.
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Bruce Williams

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Sat November 14, 2009 5:21am

A powerful image!

Accepting that this is the way of the natural world, I still couldn't help but feel sad at the awful end to their nuptial dance.

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Sat November 14, 2009 10:57am

Excellent image Dave.Well captured.



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pressld2

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Mon November 16, 2009 5:48pm

Thanks gents!

And I agree Bruce, it's definitely tinged with sadness that they came to such a sticky end.

Dave P.

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