Trithemis annulata - Violet-marked Darter - Trithémis annelé

Description

This attractive insect is red and blue-violet in colour (males). The wings have bright red veins. It is extending its range and is now easy to find in suitable habitats (lakes and slow-flowing rivers) in Southern France whereas it is more typical of North Africa.

Male at Lac du Salagou, 1st September 2004

Female at Lac du Salagou, 8th July 2004

Male at Lac du Salagou, 1st September 2004

Male at Lac du Salagou, 1st September 2004

Observations

01/09/2004   About thirty individuals seen by the Lac du Salagou, Hérault (34).

23/08/2006   A single male seen patrolling the banks by a slow-flowing section of the River Orb at Cazouls-les-Béziers.