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Orange-bellied Skimmer
Stanley Jones

Orange-bellied Skimmer (Orthemis discolor)

Orange-bellied Skimmer (Orthemis discolor: Libelulidae) 4.7-5.6 cm (1.9-2.2 in) long.
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Habitat
Middle floodplain forest of Ro Tambopata at 204 m (673 ft) elevation.
Location
Chuncho Lodge, Madre de Dios Department, Per.
Date taken
August 2018
Scientific name
Orthemis discolor
Equipment used
Canon
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unbelievable colors, Stanley!! marvelous photo of this handsome skimmer, superb details, in particular of its transparent wings, top notch, many tfs!!!
 
KC Foggin
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Such beautiful colors and detail in this great capture Stanley!
 
delia todd
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Oh my goodness!!!! How beautiful is that.

A wonderful picture you've taken of this skimmer - very well done Stanley.
 

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