Darner Collection

Great diving beetle (Dytiscus marginalis) and Dragonfly nymph (Aeshnidae), Europe, August, controlled conditions

Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly in flight, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. August

RF - Female emperor dragonfly (Anax imperator) laying eggs on garden pond, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. July

Common hawker (Aeshna juncea) Brackish Moss NNR, County Armagh, Northern Ireland

Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly in flight, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. July

RF - Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly in flight, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. August

RF- Male Emperor Dragonfly (Anax imperator) in flight, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, July. Did you know? Dragonflies spend up to six years as drab aquatic nymphs for only a few weeks as

Hairy dragonfly (Brachytron pratense) male, resting on plant stem, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, UK. June

USA, Arizona, Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. Male blue-eyed darner dragonfly on limb. Date: 25-09-2011

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Canada, Ontario, close-up of Green Darner on flower. Date: 05/06/2003

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Blue-eyed darner, Aeshna multicolor, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

Common hawker (Aeshna Juncea) head detail, Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. July

Exotic dragonflies, darners and skimmers
Dragonfly larval forms 1, 2, 3, common whitetail dragonfly, Libellula lydia 4, green darner, Anax junius 5, and scarlet skimmer or crimson darter, Crocothemis servilia 6

Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) dragonfly in flight, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. August

Southern hawker (Aeshna cyanea) resting, Somerset Levels, England, UK, August

Southern hawker dragonfly (Aeshna cyanea) flying in habitat, Joutsa, Central Finland, August

Southern Hawker or Blue Darner (Aeshna cyanea), dragonfly hatching from the larvae skin or exuvia, stretching body and wings, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Migrant Hawker (Aeshna mixta)

Emperor Dragonfly or Blue Emperor -Anax imperator-, female laying eggs, Gartenteich Schmellwitz, Cottbus, Brandenburg, Germany

Large Emperor Dragonfly -Anax imperator-, freshly hatched, still drying and not fully coloured, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Southern Hawker or Blue Darner -Aeshna cyanea-, dragonfly freshly emerged attached to larva skin, Neunkirchen in Siegerland, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Southern Hawker -Aeshna cyanea- in flight, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Migrant Hawker -Aeshna mixta- in flight, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Green-eyed Hawker -Aeshna isoceles-, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland

Emperor Dragonfly -Anax imperator-, empty larvae skin or exuvia, Versoix, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland

Club-tailed dragonfly (Gomphus Vulgatissimus)

Overhead view of dragonfly

Common Hawker (Aeshna juncea) exuvium, shedded nymphal skin, Italian Alps, Italy, july

Blue-eyed darner, Aeshna multicolor, Stanley Park, British Columbia

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"Captivating Darner: A Close Look at Europe's Dazzling Dragonflies" In the warm summer months of August, Europe becomes a playground for various species of dragonflies and their nymphs. Among them, the Great diving beetle and Dragonfly nymph can be spotted gracefully gliding through the waters. Broxwater in Cornwall, UK, seems to be a favorite spot for these magnificent creatures. In this picturesque location, you might witness the Southern hawker dragonfly soaring through the air with effortless elegance. If you're lucky enough, you might even catch sight of a female emperor dragonfly laying her precious eggs on a tranquil garden pond. Venturing further into County Armagh in Northern Ireland reveals another stunning spectacle – the Common hawker dragonfly making its presence known amidst Brackish Moss NNR. Their vibrant colors add an enchanting touch to this natural reserve. Back in Broxwater during July, Southern hawker dragonflies continue to mesmerize observers as they dance through the sky. The intricate details of their flight are truly awe-inspiring. Not far away at Arne RSPB reserve in Dorset, England, male Emperor Dragonflies take center stage with their majestic flights that command attention from all who witness it. Meanwhile, over at Brackagh Moss National Nature Reserve in County Armagh once again but this time during June; we find ourselves captivated by the Hairy dragonfly resting delicately on plant stems. Its striking appearance is sure to leave anyone spellbound. Across continents in Arizona's Havasu National Wildlife Refuge lies yet another remarkable darner species - Male blue-eyed darner perched confidently upon a limb. This sighting serves as a reminder that these incredible creatures can be found across diverse landscapes around our planet. Finally returning to County Armagh's Brackagh Moss NNR during July brings us face-to-face with an up-close head detail shot of the Common hawker dragonfly.