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    Re: Some different insects

    Very nice.... is that second one(third image) "Leptocorisa" ?

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    Re: Some different insects

    Not sure what it is but im sure someone will identify them all

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    Re: Some different insects

    I haven't seen any Beautiful Demoiselles yet this year and those (images 1 & 2) are the banded form, male. Calopteryx splendens.

    #3 is a Red-headed Cardinal Beetle - Pyrochroa serraticornis. There are a couple of similar species but they have black heads.

    #4 is one of the Scorpion Flies but it needs a top view of that bulbous scorpion like tail to get to the full identification. Only 3 options though so usually fairly easy if you have the best angle.

    Finally, an Azure Damselfly.

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    Re: Some different insects

    Thankyou very much indeed Geoff

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    Re: Some different insects

    Nice captures.

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    Re: Some different insects

    All very good shots, extra crispy sharp. I love those damselflies but the Beetle, not much...scorpion fly is a bit scary by the name. Very nice ...

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    Re: Some different insects

    Lots going on in your neck of the woods. I like the way #1 just floats in the air on that leaf.

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    Re: Some different insects

    Thanks guys yes it is getting busy here (UK) now at last

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