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Emperor dragonfly

Anax imperator

Description:

Large colourful dragonfly. It was dipping its tail into the water, but there was too much plant life to get a good shot it. The only time it came to rest.

Habitat:

Semi-dry weir. Stagnant water.


1 species ID suggestions

Algarve, Portugal

Lat: 37.15, Long: -7.72

Spotted on Jun 4, 2012
Submitted on Jun 11, 2012

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