Only one Black-tailed Skimmer (Orthetrum cancellatum) has been spotted so far in Charlton Down Nature Area. This is the only rather poor shot I managed before it flew away. Very similar in general appearance to the Broad-bodied Chaser but with a narrower abdomen with a dark tip. Identity not a 100% certain. This species is one of eleven Odonata discovered at the site so far.
Useful Books and Links
Field Guide to the Dragonflies and Damselflies of Great Britain and Ireland, Steve Brooks, illustrated by Richard Lewington, British Wildlife Publishing, 1997, revised 2004, reprinted 2010, ISBN 978 0 9531399 0 3.
https://www.nhbs.com/blog/the-nhbs-guide-to-uk-dragonfly-identification
https://british-dragonflies.org.uk/species/black-tailed-skimmer/
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife-explorer/invertebrates/dragonflies/black-tailed-skimmer
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