Dragonfly emergence sequence

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Dragonfly emergence sequence

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Rusty Snaketail - Ophiogomphus rupinsulensis
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This dragonfly and several others were emerging onto rocks in the middle of a river. Sequence taken by me kneeling in the river next to this rock - makes one appreciate the comfort of indoor work (dry pants and no blackflies).
The larva (nymph) would have crawled onto this rock just before dawn (about 6am) and orientated itself to get maximum sun exposure. The adult began to emerge about 9.30am.
1st photo: 10.17.09 am
2nd 10.28.40
3rd 11.00.24
within minutes of this last photo the dragonfly flew off to the riverside trees.
Nikon 5700, ISO 100, f/8, aperture priority, sunlight.
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Post by Ken Ramos »

Quite an interesting series of images. Never have witnessed anything like this personally. Amazing though how quickly it all progressed. :D

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