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Banded Demoiselles (Calopteryx Splendens) Mating

Female red damsel ovipositing on lily pad with male attached

Two dragonflies (dainty bluet) formed a heart for Valentine's Day.

A mating pair of Hairy Dragonfly, Brachytron pratense, perching on a Stinging Nettle plant growing at the edge of a lake.

A pair of Common blue damselflies (Enallagma cyathigerum) resting, sunny day in summer

Multi-colored dragonflies on dry grass by the lake. Selective focus.

two mating dragonflies in the air, orange and green-blue dragonfly wedged together flying over the pond, mating dragonflies in the blazing sun, winged insect, orange demoiselle damselfly

The lotus's Lotus pole holds the animals

The transition from a larva to a dragonfly

$General: A local species throughout our area that prefers slow-moving waters, bordered with tall emergent vegetation. The appearance of the male changes dramatically with maturation; vivid orange abdomen turn into black and grey-blue territorial males. \nTot 42-45mm, Ab. 25-29mm, Hw 32-38mm.\nMales frequently perch on waterside plants, making darting flights between perches.\nHabitat: Appears to require a certain combination of water quality and habitat structure (such as Reed borders). Include slow flowing rivers and streams, abandoned canals, reedy lakes and ditches, oxbows and fishponds.\nFlight Season: From April to early August, but activity concentrated in May and June in most of range.\nDistribution: Widespread through M Europe, habitat specific, therefore locally common.\n\nIn the Netherlands the Dragonfly is local common. The Males have a blue Abdomen.$

Couple of damselflies placed on leaves next to each other. The male is blue and the female in the background is brown.

Lotuses and dragonflies, Lotus flower on the water

Dragonfly in water photographed from under water so it´s reflected on the surface creating a art image

Male banded demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens) attacking male azure damselfly (Coenagrion puella).

A female Black-tailed Skimmer resting on a tree branch

$Tot 35-44mm, Ab 20-30mm, Hw 24-30mm.\nOne of the larger Sympetrum species. In the field, males may be noticed because they seldom become as deeply red as other species and have a rather parallel-sided abdomen.\nHabitat: Wide range of places, especially preferring warm, stagnant waters. These are often shallow and bare, this species being a pioneer of newly created ponds. Occasionally in flowing or brackish water.\nFlight Season: May be seen all year in the Mediterranean. In Northern Europe, appears from early June, becoming abundant in July and flying into November. One of the last dragonflies to be encountered in autumn.\nDistribution: Common in most of our area, becoming less common relative to S. vulgatum in a north-easterly direction. Extends to Japan. Migrations are often seen and are sometimes massive.\n\nThis is a common Species in the Netherlands.$

Photograph of Orthetrum albistylum, also known as the White-tailed Skimmer, resting on a rock. The image highlights the dragonfly’s slender body and detailed wing patterns in a natural outdoor setting, suitable for wildlife, nature, or entomology themes.

$Dragonflies and damselflies are not just mesmerizing aerial acrobats; they play a crucial role in maintaining ecological sustainability. As natural predators, they help control mosquito and pest populations, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. Their presence also indicates clean water and healthy ecosystems, making them vital indicators of environmental health. Protecting their habitats supports biodiversity and promotes sustainable ecosystems.\nLocation: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (India)$

Close-up of a mating wheel of the large damselfly (Ischnura elegans) hanging from a firm green stem. There is plenty of space for text on the side.

$Two beautiful insects resting on a reed leaf. Photo taken at the river \$

common bluet common or blue damselfly Enallagma cyathigerum mating.

Two male banded demoiselles (Calopteryx splendens) resting on reed grass near a river.

The Banded demoiselle is a large damselfly that lives along the edges of slow-flowing rivers and canals, still ponds and lakes, and among lush, damp vegetation.

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