Pyrrhosoma nymphula

Pyrrhosoma nymphula, pair

Is a very handsome damselfly that is deep scarlet in colour. Is found in most locations but the typical location for the species is small streams and ditches in the forest. The deep colour makes it easy to spot. It is not very shy and therefore easy to get close to take nice photos.

Key characteristics

TThe only Swedish damselfly that is totally red.

In air

June until August. Occurs in most parts of Sweden with exemption for the mountainous regions.

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