Pond Ponderings: From a Life Long Pond Fan in Berkshire
Des Sussex is our newest Pond Ponderings writer, he is also our volunteer County Dragonfly Recorder for Berkshire. Enjoy this first installment from Des about his wildlife pond in Sandhurst. “I have always loved – and been fascinated – by ponds and pondlife. This started when I was ‘little’ thanks to my Dad. He … Continued
Dragonfly Photo Library now available to download
Our photo library is now available to download directly from the resources section of this website. The library is intended for members of the public and professionals in need of photos to develop dragonfly-related educational resources. To view the library click here Image by Azri, Flickr
Dragonfly Sightings Increasing in the Sunny Weather
Written by Brian Walker, British Dragonfly Society Chairperson. A total of 163 records have been posted to our latest sightings page up to 6 May 2020, starting with a Large Red Damselfly on 25 March. This species dominated the reports until early April with a total of 65 (46%) of the records up to … Continued
Introducing the Dragonfly Drone of the future
The company Animal Dynamics have announced that they have successfully created a four winged drone inspired by the humble dragonfly. Dragonflies hold the title of being the best flyers in the animal; anyone who has watched a fight between two territorial Emperors will understand why- their aerial agility cannot be beat! As a result, the … Continued
Free Climate Change Adaptation Manual for Land Managers
Our climate is changing rapidly and it is essential that the potential impacts are taken into account when developing management plans for reserves and other green spaces. To assist with this process Natural England and the RSPB have published an Adaption Manual which “support[s] practical and pragmatic decision-making, by bringing together recent science, experience and … Continued
Froglife Launches Wildlife Gardening App
Thinking about adding a pond to your garden or green space? Froglife have launched a new app to help guide you in designing a pond that attracts wildlife and that is suitable for your patch. To download the app search for “Froglife” on the Google Play Store! Image by Natural England
Global study finds insects in decline on land but recovering in water
The data from long term studies, carried out around the world, have been combined in the largest ever meta-analysis of insects abundance. On average land-dwelling insects were found to be decreasing by 0.92% every year. On the other hand, freshwater insects have been increasing in abundance by 1.08% per year. The study included data from … Continued
White-legged Damselfly Investigation Spring 2020 report
The White-legged Damelfly flight season is almost upon us and the British Dragonfly Society is asking members of the public to keep an eye out for this charismatic insect as part of the White-legged Damselfly Investigation Project. With the assistance of County Dragonfly Recorders ecologists at the BDS have mapped the existing and historic White-legged … Continued
Guide to Spring Garden Dragonflies
We are right at the beginning of the dragonfly season and spring species are starting to emerge. We have created a quick guide to dragonflies you can see on the wing in April and May. Have a go at spotting them in your garden or while you’re out doing your daily exercise. Report a … Continued
Dragonflies on the Today Show’s Nature Notes at 08:20 Saturday 18 April
Our Conservation Officer Eleanor Colver talks ‘dragonflies in the garden’ with Sarah Smith on Nature Notes. No matter the size of your garden you can make it a home for dragonflies! Tune in or stream via BBC Sounds here Southern Hawker image by Iain Leach