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Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Downy Emerald Dragonfly – Cordulia aenea

On August 31, I captured this Downy Emerald Dragonfly – Cordulia aenea with my iPhone
Click in center to view this short video.
No idea what it was consuming...?
Did spot it on top of the copper hummingbird feeder 
Beautiful creature—so elegant!



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  1. Lynn and PreciousOctober 1, 2024 at 2:40 PM

    Next to butterflies, dragonflies are next on my favorite list. You have great photos here.
    I am glad you have your power back after 4 long days of not knowing what or when. I hope you do not have many or any trees down. I see these tragic photos of North Carolina and more, and I just want to cry. Lynn and Precious

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 3:05 PM

      Dearest Lynn and Precious,
      Hummingbirds, butterflies and dragonflies are the most beautiful little critters indeed!
      Oh, what a difference power makes, got shut–in as the garage doors did not open either... Around the house nothing damaged, only the tall and skinny Italian cypress trees came out from the strong wind... Minor!
      Near the greenhouse a tree fell and both bridges got destroyed. The creek has a totally different flow from before. The power of water is unreal and big holes near the road so that needs to be repaired for the umpteenth time.
      Praying for those that lost it all and even lives, also not far from me.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  2. KeaOctober 1, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    What a wonderful capture, Mariette! I hope you have power now and that things are slowly returning to normal. (I also hope you have a generator!)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 3:08 PM

      Dearest Kim,
      Thank you and it lifts up our spirits at a time of disaster for so many.
      Yes, got power back on, late last night and the airco is running. No generator... guess they will be sold out by now!
      Our home has been blessed when we moved in, November 1990 and that has protected its owners so far, including kitties.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  3. Memories of Eric and FlynnOctober 1, 2024 at 3:31 PM

    The dragonfly is beautiful. I assume the nectar runs up the cord and that is what it is feeding on. I am glad you have your power back.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 3:48 PM

      Dearest Jackie,
      Oh, the dragonfly sure is a beauty!
      The nectar never touches the cord as it is fastened on the top of screw on for the glass bottle—zero connection with the nectar.
      https://mariettesbacktobasics.blogspot.com/2024/04/severe-weather-with-bridge-destruction.html
      You can see the hummingbird feeder in its entirety in last image.
      But I sure loved recording its 'strange' actions!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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    2. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 3:50 PM

      Sorry Jackie, forgot to thank you for being glad that I got my power back on. We can't live without it anymore...

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  4. Red Rose AlleyOctober 1, 2024 at 4:52 PM

    You captured some great photos of the emerald dragonfly, Mariette. He's such a unique looking fellow.

    Happy October!

    ~Sheri

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 5:37 PM

      Dearest Sheri,
      Thank you, that was on August 31 and it was amazing that it posed for me!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. AnonymousOctober 1, 2024 at 4:54 PM

    Hello Mariette, I wonder if your dragonfly had got caught in the storm--its wings look somewhat weather-beaten. I m glad to hear that you are back up and running.
    --Jim

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 5:38 PM

      Dearest Jim,
      That was over one month ago but it looked like it had gone through some rough times—rather battered.
      What a joy to have power indeed!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  6. ParnassusOctober 1, 2024 at 4:56 PM

    Hi again, That previous comment should not have been anonymous--my habit to sign my name to comments is coming in handy now that the comment boxes are getting more and more unpredictable.
    --Jim

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 5:39 PM

      Dearest Jim,
      Don't worry—would recognize your writing style amongst others as it stands out!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  7. Jo-Anne's RamblingsOctober 1, 2024 at 5:37 PM

    What stunning photos

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 5:40 PM

      Dearest Jo-Anne,
      Thank you, hardly could believe it sat there posing for me to capture on video and photo!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  8. Eastside CatsOctober 1, 2024 at 6:16 PM

    Excellent images.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:19 PM

      Dearest Vicky,
      Thank you but my subject posed so gracefully!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  9. Brian's Home BlogOctober 1, 2024 at 7:01 PM

    That is very fancy, the wings look like crystals. Beautiful!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:20 PM

      Dearest Terry,
      They look like little fairytale critters!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  10. Darla M SandsOctober 1, 2024 at 7:10 PM

    That's amazing footage! Hugs and well wishes, my dear.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:20 PM

      Dearest Darla,
      Thank you, this one was in a good and patient mood for sitting gracefully for me.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  11. meowmeowmansOctober 1, 2024 at 10:33 PM

    Hi Mariette,
    So beautiful! We love dragonflies. In Japan, they're seen as the spirits of ancestors coming to visit.
    I was so glad to hear you are okay and that your power has been restored. Happy belated 17 1/2 year birthday to your kitties. :)
    Hugs,
    Kevin

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:49 PM

      Dearest Kevin,
      They are beautiful and it is understandable for seeing them as visiting ancestral spirits.
      Thanks for the Birthday wishes for our 3 kitties—quite a milestone at least for 3 out of 5.
      Sure glad for having power on and guess by now all in Dublin got back on. Nothing to complain compared with so many that are worse off and all those lives lost! Sad for the 160 lives lost during this 2nd worst Hurricane in 55 years...
      Feeling grateful!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  12. pilch92October 1, 2024 at 10:54 PM

    WOW! Great shots. It is a beautiful creature. XO

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:50 PM

      Dearest Ellen,
      Yes, a beautiful and incredible creature!
      Happy for having had this chance to capture it.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  13. Veronica LeeOctober 1, 2024 at 11:13 PM

    Beautiful shots!
    I love dragonflies—I find them so delicate and magical.

    Happy Tuesday, dearest Mariette!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 1, 2024 at 11:51 PM

      Dearest Veronica,
      Yes, magical is the word for them!
      Glad I could share it here with my readers.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  14. LorrieOctober 2, 2024 at 12:59 AM

    What a beautiful dragonfly, Mariette. Your images are wonderful and capture the elegance of that creature well.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 7:47 AM

      Dearest Lorrie,
      Yes, it sure was an elegant beauty that posed for me!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  15. OLGAOctober 2, 2024 at 4:23 AM

    Scatto molto bello,complimenti!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 7:49 AM

      Cara Olga,
      Questa libellula ha posato così volentieri...
      Abbracci,
      Mariette

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  16. orchid0324October 2, 2024 at 7:29 AM

    Dearest Mariette; So sorry for my late comment. 　I was thinking how you are ♡♡♡　How great to see your wonderful capture of Dragonfly on top of the copper hummingbird feeder. I let my husband see the picture & the dragonfly lover was SO excited to see the one he never seen before p;) We assumed that we don't have that kind in Japan.
    I AM SO glad that I could read your blog post, my dear American Friend. Please take care & here is one tiny Japanese thinking about you; Lots of LOVE from Japan. Miyako

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 7:55 AM

      Dearest Miyako,
      Thank you and so happy that your husband enjoyed seeing it.
      Probably your husband is more of an expert as I've only searched and to the best of my knowledge thought this to be the one...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  17. da tabbies o trout towneOctober 2, 2024 at 9:14 AM

    mariette…..VERY nice capture of the dragon fly, that’s what’s called being in the right place
    at the right moment. ‼️😺💙💚….mackerull said…eye hope it tasted like perch 😺😺😺
    hugs from TT

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 9:55 AM

      Dearest Laura and Macherull,
      Thank you and yes, right at breakfast time it showed up and I had my iPhone at hand.
      Mackerull's wording is perfect!!!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  18. ClaudiaOctober 2, 2024 at 9:28 AM

    Dearest Mariette,
    I am so glad, to see you here! I am back after a long break.. hope, you are well, my Dear!
    HAve a happy october,
    lots of Love, Claudia

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 9:56 AM

      Dearest Claudia,
      Thank you for your comment and I've sent you a short email.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  19. Billie JoOctober 2, 2024 at 12:08 PM

    Wow! You got a fantastic photo! Thank you for sharing!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 3:22 PM

      Dearest Billie Jo,
      Hoping you clicked on the first short video for seeing it.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  20. Anne Hagman-NiilolaOctober 2, 2024 at 2:15 PM

    A wonderful dragonfly!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 3:22 PM

      Dearest Anne,
      Yes, a lovely critter to observe!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  21. VENTANA DE FOTOOctober 2, 2024 at 2:20 PM

    Se ve preciosa en tus fotografías.
    Un abrazo.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 3:25 PM

      Querida Antónia,
      El primero era un video muy corto para hacer clic en su chevrón blanca en el centro...
      Abrazos,
      Mariette

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  22. Martha Jane OrlandoOctober 2, 2024 at 4:42 PM

    Wow, what a capture, Mariette! Such a stunning creature. Blessings!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 2, 2024 at 5:23 PM

      Dearest Martha Jane,
      Thank you and they sure are a graceful marvel!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  23. CCL WendyOctober 3, 2024 at 10:35 AM

    Beautiful! It is so gorgeous it looks like jewelry. I have always been attracted to dragonfly pendants, but nothing beats nature.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 3, 2024 at 3:29 PM

      Dearest Wendy,
      Yes, they look like winged jewels!
      Graceful critters.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  24. Paula Alexandra SantosOctober 3, 2024 at 11:59 AM

    Hi, sweet Mariette!
    She is beautiful indeed, but I'm afraid of insects like that dragonfly, so I'll just appreciate them from affar! :)
    Have a blessed day!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 3, 2024 at 3:29 PM

      Dearest Paula,
      There is no need for being afraid of something this graceful and they don't bite!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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    2. Paula Alexandra SantosOctober 4, 2024 at 3:57 PM

      I know, but I can't help it! :P
      Hugs, love and prayers!
      Paula

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  25. likeschocolateOctober 3, 2024 at 1:30 PM

    So glad you got your power back. How horrific! A few hours without is bad enough, but 5 days. I am glad you are ok and that you had no damage to your home. I imagine you had a wonderful time at University of Tennessee. The area is so beautiful! It is a really cute town as well. Wishing you a great week.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 3, 2024 at 3:32 PM

      Dearest Kelleyn,
      Sure grateful for the continuous repair work from linemen out of state and ours!
      When I visited the University of Tennessee area in 1987, sure loved it and so did Pieter while studying there. We both went back a couple of years ago and still love it.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  26. My Mind's EyeOctober 3, 2024 at 1:43 PM

    Mariette what a wonderful capture of the dragonfly. It is beautiful....and the video WOW
    Hugs cecilia

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 3, 2024 at 3:33 PM

      Dearest Cecilia,
      Thank you and one really wonders how such frail critters hang onto life during a hurricane. Hope it survived!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  27. Spare Parts and PicsOctober 4, 2024 at 2:27 PM

    Beautiful! These guys are usually to fast for me to get a decent photo.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 4, 2024 at 3:13 PM

      Dearest Peter,
      Thank you and yes they usually move too fast—this was just exceptional.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  28. ManuelOctober 4, 2024 at 2:44 PM

    Aunque de aspecto y cara futurista, las libélulas a mi siempre me han encantado, de hecho todos los veranos pinchaba cañas alrededor de la piscina para que ella se posaran, y las vieran mis nietos, ya que les encanta estar siempre cerca del agua.
    Tus imágenes excelentes, y me quedo también intrigado en que estará comiendo?...
    Un abrazo, Mariette.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 4, 2024 at 3:16 PM

      Querido Manuel,
      Sí, les encanta flotar sobre el agua.
      Supongo que nunca sabremos lo que estaba lamiendo o comiendo allí...
      Abrazos,
      Mariette

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  29. BetsyOctober 4, 2024 at 2:55 PM

    Good Friday to you Mariette, Beautiful video capture! I enjoyed watching it. I myself wonder what was going on there. When I water summer flowers, I like watching them dance in the mist of the spray. They get close and I feel like they are watching me. Wonders they are.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 4, 2024 at 3:17 PM

      Dearest Betsy,
      Thank you and indeed, they are watching us with their big eyes!
      Little elegant wonders indeed.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  30. Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows)October 4, 2024 at 7:05 PM

    What a beauty!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 5, 2024 at 10:04 AM

      Dearest Melissa,
      It sure is and it graciously posed for me!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  31. Juvenal NunesOctober 4, 2024 at 7:50 PM

    Fez descansar as asas e pôs as mandíbulas a trabalhar.
    No aproveitar é que está o ganho.
    Abraço de amizade.
    Juvenal Nunes

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 5, 2024 at 10:06 AM

      Caro Juvenal,
      Sim, deixando suas asas descansarem, poderíamos vê-lo muito melhor.
      Abraços,
      Mariette

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  32. PatriciaOctober 4, 2024 at 9:10 PM

    What a great capture on the video; absolutely brilliant. Watching the little creature eating is amazing. How beautiful they are. Wonderful photos, and the last one is stunning, showing off the lovely wings. Well done.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 5, 2024 at 10:07 AM

      Dearest Patricia,
      Thank you and I just had a graceful subject sitting still for capturing its beauty.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  33. Tais Luso de CarvalhoOctober 5, 2024 at 6:30 AM

    Olá, querida Mariette, que maravilhosa postagem!
    O vídeo é lindo, a natureza é fantástica, nada igual!
    Daqui lhe aplaudo!
    Um feliz fim de semana, amiga,
    muita paz, saúde e alegria!
    Grande abraço daqui de longe.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 5, 2024 at 10:10 AM

      Prezada Taís,
      Sim, a poesia da natureza é o melhor que podemos observar!
      Pequenos milagres entrando em nossa retina e mente.
      Abraços,
      Mariette

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  34. roughterrain craneOctober 5, 2024 at 7:53 AM

    I love to watch small creatures carefully, too.
    Have a nice weekend!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 5, 2024 at 10:16 AM

      Dearest RTC,
      This was a once–in–a–lifetime chance and I'm grateful!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  35. WillyOctober 5, 2024 at 12:51 PM

    Hej Mariette,
    De libelle is zo goed te zien en heeft geen haast om verder te gaan. Prachtig en teer zijn ze. Mooie video.
    Fijn weekend, lieve groet Willy

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 6, 2024 at 1:21 PM

      Beste Willy,
      Ja, dit was een heel mooie kans om die eens goed te bekijken!
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  36. lisOctober 5, 2024 at 3:08 PM

    Oi Mariette
    Os insetos são perticularmente interessantes e difíceis de observação
    pela sua rapidez em não se deixar ficar ... que bonito texto na sua postagem.
    Nao sei se levei seu link, mas ja estive aqui.
    deixo meu abraço, desejando semana feliz.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 6, 2024 at 1:23 PM

      Prezada Liz,
      Obrigado e com certeza tive muita sorte de capturar isso!
      Abraços,
      Mariette

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  37. HWIT BLOGGOctober 6, 2024 at 8:38 AM

    Lovely photos of the dragonfly! So beautiful!
    Have a happy Sunday...
    Titti

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 6, 2024 at 1:28 PM

      Dearest Titti,
      Thank you and the video shows even more of this beauty!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  38. AnonymousOctober 7, 2024 at 12:32 PM

    Hugs my friend.
    www.rsrue.blogspot.com

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 7, 2024 at 4:17 PM

      Dearest Regine,
      Thanks and many hugs right back to you!
      Mariette

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  39. Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical WoofsOctober 9, 2024 at 3:32 AM

    That is a beautiful dragonfly! I wonder if there was maybe some of the nectar on that hanger part of the feeder?

    We get lots of different kinds of dragonflies here, some are quite large and some are very small. They come in different colors, too. Such beautiful creatures in God's creation!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderOctober 9, 2024 at 3:58 AM

      Dearest Ingrid,
      Indeed a beauty and as to your question, no there was no nectar on that part... it remains a puzzle.
      Dragonflies are indeed graceful critters in God's creation.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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