Species Map
Where to See Common Hawker
Latin Name | Aeshna juncea |
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Habitat | In moorland habitats with acidic pools. Sometimes seen hunting woodland rides at dusk. |
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Status & Distribution | Common in western England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. |
Similar Species | Similar in appearance to other Hawkers but only shares its moorland habitat with Azure Hawker. The Common Hawker is larger, has yellow markings and yellow costa (leading wing vein) instead of brown. |
Species Group | Dragonflies |