Lesser Emperor Dragonflies Hunting in Action | Rare UK Hawker (Anax parthenope)

Filmed at a suburban nature reserve pond, this footage shows a pair of Lesser Emperor dragonflies (Anax parthenope) hunting on the wing. This impressive medium-large hawker is identifiable by its greenish-brown thorax, striking green eyes, and the vivid blue “saddle” on the abdomen.

Once considered a rare vagrant in the UK, it is now being recorded more frequently across southern England, reflecting its gradual range expansion. Captured in natural light, showcasing their fast, precise aerial hunting behaviour around still water habitat.

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