What is the red-eyed damselfly and how can you identify it?

The red-eyed damselfly (Erythromma najas) belongs to the family Coenagrionidae. Males are bright blue with striking red eyes, a slender abdomen, and translucent wings held folded at rest. The species favors still or slow-moving water bodies with floating-leaved plants such as water lilies, which it frequently uses as resting perches.

How can this Photo be used?

This stock photo suits nature conservation organizations, environmental education, and scientific publications showcasing native dragonfly species. The generous negative space above the dark water makes it well suited, for example, for magazine covers, campaign headers, or app backgrounds. The commercial license on Kataloop allows broad use, from nature calendars to awareness campaigns and digital media.

What mood does this Photo convey?

The dark, even green of the water surface dominates the frame, creating a sense of calm and open space. The vivid blue damselfly on the warm autumn leaf reads as a small, isolated moment within a still pond. The scene conveys focus and a certain fragility of nature without becoming sentimental.

What equipment was used to capture this Photo?

Shot with the Sony Alpha 1 (ILCE-1) paired with the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS telephoto zoom. The long focal length allowed a safe working distance from the skittish damselfly, while the Alpha 1's 50.1-megapixel sensor resolves fine details such as the red eyes and wing venation with precision. The lens's OSS image stabilization further supports sharp handheld captures in outdoor conditions.

What visual style or trend does this Photo represent?

Close-up imagery of small, often overlooked animal species reflects a growing visual interest in biodiversity in media and communication. Damselflies in particular are receiving increased attention in the context of wetland conservation and climate change. The calm, minimalist composition with extensive negative space also aligns with current design preferences in digital media and NGO campaigns.

Red-eyed damselfly resting on a floating leaf

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Red-eyed damselfly resting on a floating leaf

Kataloop stock photo no.

1965307

6020

4013

12128001

SONY ILCE-1

FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS

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