Slaty Skimmer Around Pond

This Slaty Skimmer started hanging around the pond. It is a large Dragonfly, apparently common in the state. This one has a damaged wing, but does not seem to hinder its flying ability, it is quite agile and fast.It is nice to see a different dragonfly that seems to be staying here for a while. Looking them up, they are one of the longest staying Dragonflies in New Jersey, some staying into October.

Slaty Skimmer Head On, showing damaged wing.

Slaty Skimmer Head On Closer Up.

Slaty Skimmer from behind on a dried grass, showing damaged wing.

3/4 side view, Slaty Skimmer Head On, showing damaged wing.