Where to See
Latin Name | Sympetrum sanguineum |
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Habitat | Specialises in well vegetated ponds, lakes, canals etc. Frequently in woodlands. Will tolerate acidic waters. |
Status & Distribution | Most common in south-east England and central Ireland but increasing its range. |
Similar Species | May be confused with other Darter species, the most common other species being the Common Darter. Ruddy Darter can be distinguished by:
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Species Group | Dragonflies |
Identification Notes |
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Larval Information | Darters have a squat, spider-like body-shape and a head that tapers back to the thorax. 15-17mm. Very similar to Common Darter but has shorter lateral abdominal spines on segment 9 (S9 lateral spines slightly shorter than the length of S9).
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