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Dark-Tipped Forest Skimmer

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Singapore Geographic, Singapore Nature, Singapore Nature Photography

This dragonfly (Cratilla metallica) is recognized by its metallic blue thorax and dark blue abdomen and by its dark wing-tips. Its striking eyes are yellow (brown on top). Males are often seen perching on the same spot for a long time. This one made a very patient model.
Source: Project Noah

Spotted on along a trail at the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Dairy Farm Nature Park

Singapore Geographic, Singapore Nature, Singapore Nature Photography

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