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While photographing dragonflies in a park in Seattle, Gregg Thompson captured some images of a Merlin hunting these flying insects. Largely bird hunters, these small falcons are opportunistic and take advantage of the emergence of dragonflies in late summer. This Merlin caught two in quick succession. Notice the great shots of the Merlin clutching a dragonfly in one talon and preparing for landing with the other.
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All photos are © Gregg Thompson and may not be used without permission.
