Emperor Dragonfly
Taken at RSPB Saltholme on 25th June 2024 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm zoom lens. Fact File


Emperor Dragonfly.
Species:
Order:
Family:		 Anax imperator.
Odonata.
Aeshnidae.
Larval Food:
Adult Food:
Legnth:
Wingspan:
Habitat:
Flies/Found:
Feature:
Butterflies, other Odonata and tadpoles; small prey is eaten while flying.
73 - 82 mm.
Average - 104 mm.
A variety of aquatic habitats. 
June - August.