Southern Hawker Aeshna cyanea
 A large dragonfly, most likely to be confused with the slightly smaller Migrant Hawker.
Males are black with large apple green spots on abdomen, with blue markings on the last two segments and along the sides of the abdomen. Thorax sides are largely bright green, as is face, with blue eyes.
Females are duller, having pale green and blue markings.
Status of Southern Hawker in Leicestershire & Rutland
Number of occupied 2km grid squares in Leicestershire & Rutland, up to the end of 2004: 213/720
This widespread species is a well-known wanderer and can be encountered practically anywhere.
Historic records suggest that it has always been a relatively common species in Leicestershire & Rutland. |
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Distribution Map
Southern Hawker 2004 |
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Southern Hawker Habitat
Southern Hawker is often recorded well away from water, though for breeding purposes it prefers smaller water bodies with wooded margins; garden pools are well used breeding sites.
Flight period of Southern Hawker
Southern Hawker Photo Gallery
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