5832. Red dragonflies.

 

Male Crimson Marsh Glider (Trithemis aurora) dragonfly
Crimson red from head to tail with a reddish-orange thorax

14 Apr 2026. 9.51am
Canon R5, 300mm, 1/1600 sec, f/6.3, ISO 3200

 

 

 

 Male Scarlet Skimmer (Crocothemis servilia) dragonfly

 

Bright red from head to tail including his eyes. A thin dark line running along the top centre of the abdomen. Males are highly territorial and are often seen perching on plant tips to guard their territory. . 

14 Apr 2026. 10.05am
Canon R5, 300mm, 1/1600 sec, f/6.3, ISO 800

 

 

 Female Scarlet Skimmer dragonfly