Large Red Damselfy - Pyrrhosoma nymphula
One of the first species of the three Red Damselflies to emerge in the spring. Can be found widespread in the UK from wetland habitats, bogs, pools etc but will avoid fast-flowing water. The male is seen here grasping the female behind her head with his claspers which is called the tandem position in which to help the male prevent other males attempting to mate with the female.
Large Red Damselfy - Pyrrhosoma nymphula
One of the first species of the three Red Damselflies to emerge in the spring. Can be found widespread in the UK from wetland habitats, bogs, pools etc but will avoid fast-flowing water. The male is seen here grasping the female behind her head with his claspers which is called the tandem position in which to help the male prevent other males attempting to mate with the female.