Scarlet skimmer Insect

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Crocothemis serviliaSeptember 08,2026Chittagong Division, Bangladesh

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Hi friends, how is everyone? I hope you are all doing well and wish you good health. Today, I am sharing a photo of an insect found in nature—one that I found truly fascinating and attractive. It is, of course, capable of flight. This beautiful creature is known as the Scarlet Skimmer. It is an insect I am quite familiar with and one that I particularly like. Through observation, I came to appreciate the natural beauty it possesses. Since I liked it so much, I took a few photos with my mobile phone, and I have shared them here for all my friends to see.

I spotted this insect while accompanying my younger son, Ajmain, to and from his Madrasa. It was midday; as I was bringing him home after classes ended, I suddenly noticed this beautiful flying insect perched on a tree branch amidst the slanted rays of the sun. It looked incredibly brilliant in the sunlight. I approached and observed it closely, noting that it was resting with its wings spread wide—a pose that made it look truly captivating. Furthermore, the blend of colors on its body was delightful to behold. Thanks to its beautiful wings, the insect can easily take flight and protect itself from any danger at a moment's notice. Since I was so charmed by it, I took a few photos, which I am now sharing with my friends in the Hive community. Thank you to everyone.

Camera usedSmartphone
LensMacro
Iso speedISO 40
Focal length2.13 mm
PhotographyCrocothemis servilia
LocationChittagong Division, Bangladesh
Photographeranisurdalim7@anisurdalim7
Link to originalcommunity
Linkhttps://www.inaturalist.org/observations/405664326
LatitudeLongitudeMap
23.5828490.86353https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=18/23.58284/90.86353
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