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Picture No. 10891553
Common Blue Damselfly - male caught by an English Sundew (Drosera anglica) growing in a small pool on a low land heath (Enallagma cyathigerum) Date
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Caught Common Damselfly Drosera English Growing Heath Land Pool Small Sundew Anglica Enallagma
Caught in the Act - A Mischievous Encounter between a Common Blue Damselfly and an English Sundew!
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. In this snapshot, we witness nature's drama unfold as a daring male Common Blue Damselfly finds himself entangled in the clutches of an English Sundew. The tiny predator, Drosera anglica, has cunningly lured its unsuspecting prey into a small pool nestled within a picturesque lowland heath. With vibrant hues of blue adorning its delicate wings, the damselfly becomes ensnared by the sticky tentacles of the sundew plant. It seems that even these enchanting creatures are not immune to falling victim to Mother Nature's clever traps! The print captures this extraordinary moment with remarkable clarity and detail. Every intricate feature is showcased - from the damselfly's iridescent body to each hair-like appendage on the sundew's leaves. This stunning image serves as a reminder of both nature's beauty and its relentless survival strategies. As we marvel at this rare encounter frozen in time, let us appreciate how wildlife photography can transport us into fascinating microcosms where even seemingly ordinary beings reveal their extraordinary stories. So next time you venture out into your local natural habitat, keep an eye out for these incredible creatures who share our world - you never know what captivating moments may await!
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