Darting Dragonflies
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Ruddy Darter (M) - Sympetrum -Striolatum
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Common Darter (immature male)
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The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The species is common in central and northeast Europe. It breeds in standing water.
Looking Close of Friday - theme Dart/Arrow. I had to use an old photo actually part of an old photo. Never been posted.
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The species is common in central and northeast Europe. It breeds in standing water.
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The species is common in central and northeast Europe. It breeds in standing water.
Ruddy Darter (F) - Sympetrum sanguineum
Inhabits weedy ponds and ditches, frequently in woodland.
Status & Distribution
Resident in south-east England and central Ireland but increasing its range.
Similar Species
The various resident and migrant species of Darter in the UK are easily confused, the females being particularly difficult to tell apart. This species has all black legs and the waisted appearence of the blood-red male helps with identification.
Species GroupDragonflies
Identification Notes
Black legs diagnostic, male has distinctive thin waist with clubbed tip
Less aggressive than Common Darter
Specialises in well vegetated ponds, lakes, canals etc. Will tolerate acidic waters
July – September
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
The common darter is a small, narrow-bodied dragonfly which is on the wing from the end of June right through to October, or even November in a warm autumn. This is a very common dragonfly, breeding in all sorts of waterbodies from ponds and ditches to rivers and lakes. As their name suggests, common darters dart forward suddenly from a hovering position to catch their insect-prey. They then take their catch to a favoured perch to eat it.
Male common darters are bright red while the females and immature adults are golden-brown. There are several similar-looking red darters which can be very difficult to tell apart.
The vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) is a European dragonfly. The species takes its English name from its habit of occasionally appearing as a rare vagrant north of its normal range. However, it is likely to be under-recorded because it is very similar to the common darter (S. striolatum).
Dragonflies are predatory insects from the order Odonata and characterized by large eyes, transparent wings and most colorful patches in body.
Red veined darter is another dragonfly widespread and common species in much of the Indian Subcontinent.
Black Darter (Sympetrum danae)
Appearance: Colored male black Darter live up to their name with their mainly black colored body. The female is yellow with a distinct black marking across the abdomen which is also unique among heather dragonflies. For both sexes, the species has 3 yellow dots in black on the side of the chest piece that distinguish them from other heather dragonflies. When I see the species I am always amazed at how small they actually are. Appearance: The species can fly locally in huge numbers. They are most common in fens, but are also found in pioneer pools or low moor areas. For example, the species occurs en masse in some places in the weather ribs.
Flight time: June to October.
the african darter (anhinga rufa) is really related to the american anhinga.as my opinion anhingas are a bit awkward when on the ground but so beautiful when flying.
Chobe river ,BW
originla HD3K file here:
anhinga rufa
Afrikaanse slangenhalsvogel
Anhinga d'Afrique
Afrika-Schlangenhalsvogel
Anhinga Africana
Aninga africana
mergulhão-serpente-africano
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Red-veined darter or nomad (Sympetrum fonscolombii).
Sevastopol, Crimea.
Стрекоза сжатобрюх Фонсколомба. Род стрекозы-каменушки.
Vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) dragonfly perched on a leaf.
Szablak zwyczajny (Sympetrum vulgatum) siedzący na liściu.
Vagrant darter (Sympetrum vulgatum) perched on a branch.
Szablak zwyczajny (Sympetrum vulgatum) siedzący na gałązce.
** This could be a Common Darter or perhaps a Red Veined Darter , I think its probably the latter though what do i know. It was taken at the North Cave wetland reserve in East Yorkshire
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A very obliging one sitting on the picnic tables. I do wish they would sit on something a little more "natural"
Female.
Species: Sympetrum striolatum.
One of the most abundant European dragonflies, the male common darter is typically a vivid red colour and the female turns from a yellow colour to a deep chocolate brown. The common darter can be found in a wide variety of wetland habitats, but generally prefer to breed on still waters such as ponds and lakes. Info: The Wildlife Trusts.
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