The dragonfly emerges after the nymph crawls out of the water and attaches itself to a nearby plant.

I was parked on the side of the auto tour road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma photographing a Barred Owl. This exoskeleton was near the road, so I got out of my pick-up to get this photo while hand-holding my camera and lens.

Gear Used:

• Camera: Fujifilm X-T3
• Lens: Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS II (attached with a Fringer EF-FX Pro)

Technical:

• Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
• Date and Time Taken: May 1, 2021 (09:35 A. M.)
• Aperture Priority
• Aperture: f8
• Shutter speed: 1/900 (as determined by the camera)
• ISO: 2000
• White Balance: Auto
• Metering Mode: Multi
• Back-button Focus
• Single Point Auto Focus
• Exposure Compensation: +1
• Focal Length: 400 mm
• Processed With Luminar 4

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6. Male Widow Skimmer Dragonfly

The Halloween Pennant Dragonfly is a species of dragonfly that is named after its seasonal appearance and the shape of its wings, which resemble a pennant flag. It is found in North America and is known for its bright orange and black coloration. These dragonflies are typically seen around bodies of water during the fall season and feed on smaller insects such as mosquitoes and flies.

I spotted this tiny Halloween Pennant Dragonfly while walking one of the service roads at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

I believe this is a male because of the red on the edge of its amber wings. Here is a photo of what I think is a female Halloween Pennant: Dragonfly Perched On Stem

Note: I posted this to Facebook and was advised that this is a Halloween Pennant.

I was walking a service road on this refuge in an area called Willow Slough. I was hand-holding my camera and lens to get this shot.

Gear Used:

• Camera: Fujifilm X-T3
• Lens: Canon EF 100-400 mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS II USM (attached with a Fringer EF-FX Pro)

Technical:

• Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
• Date and Time Taken: August 25, 2020 (07:35:29 A.M.)
• Aperture Priority
• Aperture: f8.0
• Shutter [Read More…]

I photographed this Dragonfly on a vine while I was at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.

During the hot summer here in my area, I will photograph lots of insects while I’m out hiking. Especially while I’m at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. The corn and other vegetation is over head high which makes it difficult to see the larger wildlife.

The Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma is a breathtaking place for nature lovers, bird watchers, and photographers. Spread across more than 8,000 acres, the refuge is a perfect habitat for many species of dragonflies.

Dragonflies are large, predatory insects that belong to the order Odonata. They are easily recognizable by their long, slender bodies and large, transparent wings. Dragonflies are important indicators of a healthy ecosystem and play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of nature by feeding on mosquitoes, flies, and other insects.

The Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge is home to a variety of dragonflies, including the Eastern Pondhawk, Blue Dasher, and Twelve-spotted Skimmer. These insects can be seen flying over the marshes, streams, and ponds, hunting for prey and laying their eggs in the water.

Dragonflies are great subjects for photographers. With a little patience and the right equipment, visitors can capture the beauty of these insects in stunning [Read More…]