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Ruddy Darter

Sympetrum sanguineum

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Maria dB
Maria dB 9 years ago
Common Darter
Sympetrum striolatum Common Darter | british-dragonflies.org.uk


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The apparently all-black legs would suggest a Ruddy Darter to me, but then, it appears to have dark markings on the sides of the abdomen which would suggest Common. It is better to try and get several photos from different angles as this can sometimes greatly assist in accurate identification. If there is any hint of yellow on the legs that would make it Common for sure.

EdHutchings
EdHutchings 9 years ago

Are you sure it's a Common Darter? I thought it might be a Ruddy Darter.

EdHutchings
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EdHutchings

Babergh, England, United Kingdom

Spotted on Jul 27, 2014
Submitted on Jul 27, 2014

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