Sympetrum striolatum
Common Darter
male - Near Sawrey, Cumbria, England - July 2012
As its name suggests, the Common Darter is the most abundant and widespread darter in Europe. It occurs in a wide variety of freshwater habitats, but is particularly fond of warm, stagnant pools.
male - Newborough, Anglesey, Wales - July 2008
male - Newborough, Anglesey, Wales - July 2008
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