Blue-tailed Damselfly

Flight period: mid May to early September.
Blue-tailed Damselflies are a widespread and common species of damselfly in much of England, Wales and southern Scotland. They can be found around lakes, ponds, canals and ditches, being less common on flowing water and in exposed and upland sites. They can also tolerate some saline and polluted waters.
Date: 12th June 2023
Location: Laindon, Essex
Blue-tailed Damselflies are a widespread and common species of damselfly in much of England, Wales and southern Scotland. They can be found around lakes, ponds, canals and ditches, being less common on flowing water and in exposed and upland sites. They can also tolerate some saline and polluted waters.
Date: 12th June 2023
Location: Laindon, Essex
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