Mainly found along slow-flowing lowland streams and rivers, sometimes on canals or ponds.

Uncommon, though can be locally abundant on rivers and canals in southern England and a few sites in Wales.

May be confused with other blue and black species of Damselfly.

White-legged Damselfly can be distinguished by itd:

• Pale coloration.
• Fine black markings.
• Pale pterostigma (wing spots).