Helicopter Damselfly

(return to Costa Rica - Some of the other Wildlife)

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One of the largest damsel flies in the world, when flying it truly looks like its wings are circling above it like a helicopter.

Wingspans reach 6 - 7" or more.


Helicopter Damselfly
Camera:  Canon EOS 20D
Date/Time:  February 20, 2008, 13:40:18
Shutter speed:  1/250sec
Aperture:  f/5.6
Exposure mode:  Program
Lens:  100 to 400mm @ 400mm
ISO:  400
      Location:   La Selva Field Station of the Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS)
Costa Rica