Damselflies
The photo above shows the three types of ‘blue’ damselfly typically found at the Ben Rhydding Gravel Pits Reserve. The damselfly on the left is a Common blue, which has a characteristic mushroom shape on the second segment, distinguishing itself from the Azure (center). Both are commonly found although it is believed the Azure is more common at the Reserve; the Blue-tailed damselfly is a rarer sight (right). ‘Red’ damselflies also used to be present, but these haven’t been spotted for some time, so please let us know if you see one!
