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Morning all, My insect are not my best subject so would anyone be kind enough to confirm what this dragon fly is. I think it is a Ruddy Darter (Sympetrum sanguineum).
I have been practicing my macro work lately and this has been one of my better shots.
Looks to be a Common Darter Drew, Ruddy's have black legs, They all seem to be perching on unattractive wood this year down here.... probably needs a lift in levels, it looks a little dark and muddy.
Posted by Paul Inglis on September 29, 2008 at 5:22 AM
Hi Drew,
Lovely image! I agree with Phil about a slight lift in levels though!
Posted by John Robinson on September 29, 2008 at 6:10 AM
Yes me too. Some brightening up wou;d improve this a lot.
Nice position though.
Cheers
JohnR
Posted by Ian Macdermott on September 29, 2008 at 8:04 AM
Nice shot all nits covered already
Ian
Posted by Matt Cole on September 29, 2008 at 3:32 PM
yes, definitely a Common Darter and I agree it's a touch dark. Nicely composed though, a classic darter pose and perch.
Discussion
5 repliesI have been practicing my macro work lately and this has been one of my better shots.
Any C&C is more than welcome.
Nikon D300
Sigma 180mm
Processed & sharpened in CS3
take care !
Drew
Lovely image! I agree with Phil about a slight lift in levels though!
Nice position though.
Cheers
JohnR
Ian
Matt