Engel Photography

Riverjack Resting on Limestone

Riverjack Resting on Limestone
A delicate Riverjack damselfly pauses atop a sunlit limestone rock at Confluence Park in San Antonio, Texas. Surrounded by the gentle flow of the San Antonio River, this tiny insect finds a quiet perch amid the rugged textures of stone and shimmering water. The minimalist composition draws attention to the damselfly's slender form and iridescent blue markings, highlighting the beauty often overlooked in the smallest creatures. Captured with a Nikon D610 and a 300mm telephoto lens, this photograph celebrates the remarkable diversity of life that thrives along Texas waterways, reminding us that even the smallest moments in nature can leave a lasting impression. #EngelPhotography #Riverjack #Damselfly #Odonata #MacroPhotography #InsectPhotography #WildlifePhotography #ConfluencePark #SanAntonioRiver #SanAntonio #Texas #NaturePhotography #LandscapesAndNature #RiverLife #FreshwaterHabitat
Photographer James Engel
Date & Time Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at 2:22 PM America/Chicago
Focal Length 300mm
Shutter Speed 1/400 sec
Aperture ƒ/5.6
ISO 100
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 29.390191
Longitude: -98.498419
Altitude: 180.0 meters / 590.6 feet