Castle Water
28th May 2009, ThursdayA fine selection of dragonflies are now on the wing at Castle Water, 2 male Downy Emerald were patrolling the small pool north of the view point this morning, it was good to see the return of this species after the first sightings of adults last year (two exuviae have been found this year). Emperor, Broad-bodied Chaser, Hairy Hawker, Four-spotted Chaser, Black-tailed Skimmer, Red-eyed, Blue-tailed, Common Blue, Variable, Azure and Large Red Damselfly can also be seen. Butterflies on the wing include Painted Lady, Common Blue, Brown Argus, Small Heath, Peacock and Large White. Bird highlights today included Hobby, Marsh Harrier, Garganey, 40 House Martin and 80 Swift.
Male Downy Emerald
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