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The Scarlet darter *Crocothemis erythraea* is a dragonfly belonging to the Libellulidae family. It’s notable for its vibrant scarlet coloration in males, a characteristic found across its expansive native range including Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia. This species is of interest to entomologists...
Described by Müller in 1766, the Banded Darter (Sympetrum pedemontanum) is a Eurasian dragonfly uniquely identified by the broad dark bands present near the tips of its wings.
First described by Selys in 1840, the Red-veined Darter (Sympetrum fonscolombii) is a common dragonfly across southern Europe, notable for the distinct red veins in its wings.
Described by Linnaeus in 1758, the Yellow-winged Darter (Sympetrum flaveolum) is a Eurasian dragonfly recognized by the extensive bright yellow coloration on the base of its wings.
Described by Müller in 1764, the Ruddy Darter (Sympetrum sanguineum) is a European dragonfly distinguished by the male's vivid red abdomen and entirely black legs.
The Black Darter (Sympetrum danae), described by Sulzer in 1776, is the smallest dragonfly native to the United Kingdom, notable for the male's striking dark, almost black coloration.
First described by Charpentier in 1840, the Common Darter (Sympetrum striolatum) is a widespread dragonfly across Europe and Asia, easily identified by its pale facial stripes.
