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Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator

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Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:11 p.m.
Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:10 p.m.
Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:10 p.m.
Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:10 p.m.
Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:11 p.m.
Emperor Dragonfly Emperor Dragonfly - Anax imperator dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 12 Aug 2022, 9:13 p.m. 1 Aug 2022, 4:11 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and locally common in the Southern half of the UK and increasing its range further North. Habitat includes: Large, well vegetated ponds, lakes, slow moving rivers, canals etc. Other names include: Blue emperor. Length: 78 mm (Britain's largest dragonfly). Flight period: June to August.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

British Dragonfly Society

The Wildlife Trust

Wikipedia