Sky Dancer: The Four-Spotted Skimmer
Photographed at 6:36 p.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023, near Sportsman’s Lake on San Juan Island, a hum of wings resonated through the evening air. A female Four-Spotted Skimmer, or Libellula quadrimaculata, perched on a blade of grass. This dragonfly is known for its approachability compared to other species.