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Parasite Host

© Linda Karlin

Parasite Host

Uploaded: July 29, 2006

Description

Taken with a 180mm macro lens. This dragonfly is a host to some parasites. They are red or green mites that gather in clumps resembling little beads on the underside of the thorax and abdomen infiltrating body tissue, causing irritation or infection. If too many are present they may also cause an instability during flight. Parasitic infestations are for some reason more common in the pond dragonflies, notably the Skimmer Family.

Comments

Christian P. Nicolas July 30, 2006

Nicely done Linda. I love the hue and the details in this macro. Great job! :) #493872

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