Species Map
Where to See Black-tailed Skimmer
Latin Name | Orthetrum cancellatum |
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Habitat | Favours lakes, slow rivers, ponds and occasionally marshy area, that have open water and bare patches along the shore. Patrolling males frequently rest in the sun on bare ground. |
Status & Distribution | Fairly common. Southern England, parts of Wales and Ireland. Increasing its range northwards. |
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Species Group | Dragonflies |