Dragonfly wings. Transparent forewing and hindwing of a dragonfly. The lines on the wings are veins, which as well as carrying blood, give the wings s

Dragonfly wings. Transparent forewing and hindwing of a dragonfly. The lines on the wings are veins, which as well as carrying blood, give the wings s Stock Photo
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Science Photo Library / Alamy Stock Photo

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2ADNPKR

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31.4 MB (1 MB Compressed download)

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Dimensions:

4064 x 2704 px | 34.4 x 22.9 cm | 13.5 x 9 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

28 November 2006

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Dragonfly wings. Transparent forewing and hindwing of a dragonfly. The lines on the wings are veins, which as well as carrying blood, give the wings strength and flexibility. A dragonfly's wings are capable of twisting in flight, giving the insect great manoeuvrability and control.