The Julia Skimmer (Orthetrum julia) is a common African dragonfly. It is from the Libellulidae family – the chasers and skimmers. It is an insect.
The Julia Skimmer has a pale blue body with a long abdomen. The male has marbled iridescent green compound eyes.
Julia Skimmer Dragonfly
It prefers highland forests, grasslands, and savannahs, around wetlands, such as streams and marshes.
Julia Skimmer Dragonfly
Julia Skimmer Dragonfly
Julia Skimmer Dragonfly
Julia Skimmer Dragonfly
Photographer: Martina Nicolls
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