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Common blue damselfly / Common Bluet - caught on Great Sundew (Drosera anglica) leaf; Dorset. UK
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Common blue damselfly / Common Bluet - caught on Great Sundew (Drosera anglica) leaf; Dorset. UK
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Common blue damselfly / Common Bluet - caught on Great Sundew (Drosera anglica) leaf
Dorset. UK
Enallagma cyathigera
Bob Gibbons
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Carnivorous Plants Damselflies Damselfly Insectivore Insectivorous Leaf Leaves Sticky Sundew Sundews Trapped Bluet Drosera Anglica
Caught in a Sticky Situation - The Great Sundew's Unlikely Lunch Spot!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Bob Gibbons, we witness an extraordinary encounter between two fascinating creatures. A Common Blue Damselfly finds itself entangled on the delicate leaf of a Great Sundew (Drosera anglica) in Dorset, UK. Talk about being caught red-handed! As an insectivorous plant, the Great Sundew relies on its sticky secretions to attract and trap unsuspecting insects for nourishment. And it seems our little damselfly friend couldn't resist the allure of this carnivorous temptation! With its vibrant blue wings contrasting against the vivid green backdrop, it becomes a mesmerizing sight. The intricate details captured in this image showcase nature's incredible diversity and survival strategies. From the glistening droplets on each tentacle-like leaf hair to the damselfly's perplexed expression – every element tells a story of adaptation and ingenuity. This snapshot from Dorset reminds us that even in seemingly ordinary places like our own backyards, remarkable encounters with wildlife await us at every turn. So next time you stumble upon an enchanting scene like this one, take a moment to appreciate the wonders that unfold right under our noses. Bob Gibbons' skillful photography transports us into a miniature world where plants become predators and insects find themselves unwitting prey. It serves as both entertainment and education while reminding us never to underestimate Mother Nature's creativity!
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