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Black Darters
(Sympetrum danae)

A small moorland dragonfly found in peat moss and heaths, breeding in ponds, bog pools and drainage ditches.
Can be found in large numbers locally from June to October with peak times July to September.


Recommended Locations

New Forest
Cadnam Common, Ipley Cross

Dorset
Ramsdown Forest, Christchurch Common

Surrey
Thursley Heath



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