Captured these in the park pond today. Had to wait ages for the Emperor to sit still and that was only for 3 shots
1. Male Emperor Dragonfly-Anax imperator
The largest dragonfly found in the British isles
Average length: 78 mm. Average wingspan: 106 mm
Length of larvae: 45-56
2. The Ruddy Darter Dragonfly- Sympetrum striolatumone
One of the shorter species of dragonfly found in the British Isles.
Length 37mm. Wingspan: 57mm.
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