Measuring almost 10cm ( 5 inches) long, a green and black dragonfly has been spotted in woodland in north Cumbria. Initial research around the internet by Naturearoundme.com indicates that it could be a female Southern Hawker ( Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly. But can you confirm our research? If our non-specialised research proves correct, then this sighting will be good … [Read more...] about Giant dragonfly found in north Cumbria
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Rare dragonfly returns to south Cumbria
After years of absence the first white-faced darters emerge at Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve, near Kendal, in south Cumbria. The recurrence of this darter dragonfly is part of the Cumbria Wildlife Trusts three-year programme to re-introduce it to the area. It is hoped that these darters will now start to colonise the nature reserve. The moss has over the last 13 … [Read more...] about Rare dragonfly returns to south Cumbria
Cumbria First for Rare Dragonfly
South Cumbria will be the first to see the re-introduction of the rare white-faced darter dragonfly onto Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve, near Witherslack. Funded by Natural England, this is the first attempt to reintroduce the white-faced darter dragonfly anywhere in the UK. Cumbria Wildlife Trust is working with the British Dragonfly Society to secure the long-term … [Read more...] about Cumbria First for Rare Dragonfly
Dragonflies & Damselflies
You can help waterway ecologists. Let Waterscape know what species you've spotted on Britain's rivers, lakes and canals by taking part in British Waterways' 2008 National Wildlife Survey. … [Read more...] about Dragonflies & Damselflies