I don't remember many scientific names for dragonflies but Cordulegaster boltonii (the golden-ringed dragonfly) is one that sticks for some reason. I took some good photos of a female a couple of years ago and I have been after a picture of a male since then. After many happy hours hunting for one I finally found this within 10 minutes, only 50m from the car. Male golden-ringed dragonflies spend much of their time patrolling up and down their territories but this one rested briefly so I could take a couple of photos. It is a bit of a surprise to see such a large dragonfly on such a small stream.
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