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

Martina Nicolls: SIMILAR BUT DIFFERENT IN THE ANIMAL KINGDOM