IN some species sexual dimorphism (differences) is quite pronounced; sometimes in size, sometimes in colour.
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So when i tell you that these photos are of the CRIMSON Dropwing dragonfly, do not be surprised that it is in fact yellow, as that is the female.
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They have wonderful almost solid parts to their hindwings, like a Lamborghini design, but im not sure if it makes them any faster.
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Females have brown upper compound eyes, and a grey/blue underneath, as show above and below.
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A common dragonfly, but nonetheless very appealing, and often perches on twigs nearby paths and is often not shy.
See tomorrow, for the male CRIMSON dropwing.