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Picture No. 11071311

Oblong / Spoonleaf Sundews capture a male Small Red Damselfly (Ceriagrion tenellum) - Higher Hyde Nature Reserve, Dorset, UK. Date

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Carnivore Carnivorous Catching Dragonfly Drosera Intermedia Heath Insect Eating Lowland Males Oblong Small Succulent Sundew Sundews Trapped Wetland Spoonleaf


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Love is in the air, but not for this unlucky damselfly! Oblong/Spoonleaf Sundews strike again, capturing a male Small Red Damselfly in their carnivorous clutches. This incredible print captures the thrilling moment at Higher Hyde Nature Reserve in Dorset, UK. In this enchanting wetland habitat, these European plants with their succulent leaves have evolved into skilled insect-eating predators. With their vibrant red color and delicate spoon-shaped leaves, they lure unsuspecting insects to their doom. The hapless damselfly never stood a chance as it became entangled in the sticky tentacles of the sundew. It's a classic tale of predator versus prey unfolding right before our eyes! This image showcases nature's intricate web of life and death. The boggy lowland heath provides the perfect backdrop for this dramatic scene. As we marvel at the beauty of these carnivorous plants, we can't help but appreciate their vital role in maintaining balance within ecosystems. Let this stunning print serve as a reminder that even seemingly innocent plants can be fierce hunters when it comes to survival. So next time you're out exploring wildlife habitats like Higher Hyde Nature Reserve, keep an eye out for these fascinating oblong/spoonleaf sundews and witness nature's own version of 'catch me if you can'.

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