Ileana Calotescu
Damselflies are insects of suborder Zygoptera in the order Odonata. They are similar to dragonflies, but are smaller, have slimmer bodies, and most species fold the wings along the body when at rest. Damselflies exist in a range of habitats in and around the wetlands needed for their larval development; these include open spaces for finding mates, suitable plant species for ovipositing and suitable water quality.
During my walks through the park, I have often seen these beautiful insects. They are absolutely spectacular. Interestingly, during their mating, their bodies take heart shape. Here are some of the best photos I have taken.
I have also created a post Macro Monday, where I have included several of my macro photographs. It is an open list, so I found you to participate with your macro photos.
Certainly beautiful creatures thanks for sharing
They are beautiful and interesting insects, indeed!
Fantastic pictures there, there is cute ❤ made by these two damsel flies.
Thank you, Dawn! Love and ? are everywhere in nature!
they really do look like a stylized heart
Love comes from the heart!?
it comes from all sorts of places
Thank you for the information and that is just the cutest insect
During the mating process damselflies carry out rituals, in which the male tries to attract the female towards his territory by showing off his wings or flying rapidly. It is very interesting to watch them.
Very interesting photos!
We always find interesting things in nature.
What a beautiful photo very nice
Thank you, after a year! ?
Beautiful shots here…
Thank you!
Ah refreshing, never disappointing photos. ❣️
Thank you!
How interesting that they form a heart when they mate! It’s as if nature wanted us to notice them.
🙂 Love is everywhere!
We must take the time to notice these things, especially in such troubled times. It’s like the Beatles said, “All you need is love.”
Odd creature 🙂 great captures
Thank you!
I wonder why they make such heart patterns?
🙂 Is due to the anatomical features – the way in which the insect sexual organs are arranged.
How interesting… I’m not sure if we have damselflies here…