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  1. 07-05-2009 #1
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    Default Broad-bodied Chaser - Libellula depressa

    This one virtually tapped me on the shoulder just as I neared home, magnificent dragonfly.
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    Wow, fantastic, and the first shot is very sharp. What a capture!
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    Excellent capture. Well done
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    what crisp images rolf, as you say, a truly magnificent dragonfly. the detail is stunning. the body looks as though it is illuminated from within....wow!!!
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    Some of your pics have made me twitch and itch tonight, Rolf! You HAVE found some creepy French companions!

    However, these two pics of a very BEAUTIFUL insect are quite superb. The definition, lighting and colour are just amazing!
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