Where to See Southern Migrant Hawker

Latin NameAeshna affinis
Habitat

Can often be found hawking along damp reedy ditches. Breeds in standing water in its normal, Mediterranean habitat.

Status & Distribution

Since 2010 the Southern Migrant Hawker has been breeding around the Thames Estuary. Over the past two decades reports of migrant influxes have become more frequent, with most sightings coming from the south-east coast.

Similar Species

May be confused with other Hawker species.

Southern Migrant Hawker can be distinguished by its:

  • Colouration
  • Distinctive triangle marking on segment 2.
  • Very small antehumeral markings on the back of the thorax.
Species GroupDragonflies
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