Willow Emerald Damselfly

Chalcolestes viridis

TQ4894 15/08/2017 ©Raymond Small

Usually seen from July to October on trees near water where eggs are deposited in bark of willow or alder. Distinguishing features of the Willow Emerald from other Emeralds are large pale wingspots and a prominent green spur on the side of the thorax.

TQ4792 06/09/2022 ©Raymond Small

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