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Libellula depressa - Broad-bodied Chaser dragonflyThe Broad-bodied Chaser is quite common in southern England and Wales, where it is most commonly seen flying over ponds and canals or resting on a waterside perch from which it can survey its surroundings for potential meals. The main food source of these lovely dragonflies is small insects.
The male has a pale blue abdomen, while the abdomen of the female (see below) is brown with two yellow stripes.
Both the male and female have brown triangular patches at the bases of all four wings. Broad-bodied Chasers can be seen on the wing from mid May until late August or early September.
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