A newly emerged or teneral, male Common Darter daragonfly waiting patiently for his wings to harden sufficiently for him to fly up into the canopy of the woodland that surrounds his home; staying motionless so as not to attract the attention of birds, for whom he'd make a welcome meal.
His muted pale colouration stands out well against the smooth green background in the image.
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