Old Lodge, E. Sussex for Brilliant Emerald
This is an extensive site with heather, pine woodland and a lake within Ashdown Forest.
Monmouthshire dragonfly recording update 2, May 2021
State of Dragonflies 2021 report press release
…species since 1995 and two others have reappeared after a long gap in their records. Some of these species have since colonised with Small Red-eyed Damselfly, Willow Emerald Damselfly and…
Photo Competition 2025 Winner & Finalists
…be available to buy shortly in the BDS shop. Finalists Common Darter pair by Bruce Hyde Brilliant Emerald time-lapse by Ken Elsom Common Darter by Caroline Erolin …
Forestry and Land Scotland and BDS pond building partnership
…Hawker and Northern Emerald – three species which are only found in Scotland in the UK. Read the full press release here. Image: Northern Emerald by Dave Ashton…
Dragonflies
Monmouthshire dragonfly recording update 12, September 2025
Llyn Tecwyn Isaf
This is one of many lakes within the Snowdonia National Park but one of the best for rare dragonflies….
Lakeside Nature Reserve
This 16 hectare site includes a mosaic of restored wetland habitats. It is designated for use as a SANG and provides circular walks around the main lake and excellent links…
Monmouthshire rarity accounts