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Common Darter
Common Darter (Sympetrum striolatum) – species of suborder “Dragonflies“

The common darter (Sympetrum striolatum) is a dragonfly of the family Libellulidae native to Eurasia. It is one of the most common dragonflies in Europe, occurring in a wide variety of water bodies, though with a preference for breeding in still water such as ponds and lakes. In the south of its range adults are on the wing all year round.

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Arthropods Insects Dragonflies and Damselflies Dragonflies Common Darter Ruddy Darter
Arthropods Insects Dragonflies and Damselflies Dragonflies Common Darter Ruddy Darter

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Common Darter

No. 353 |

Common Darter

The common darter (Sympetrum striolatum) is a dragonfly of the family Libellulidae native to Eurasia. It is one of the most common dragonflies in Europe, occurring in a wide variety of water bodies, though with a preference for breeding in still water such as ponds and lakes. In the south of its range adults are on the wing all year round.