Lackford Lakes is a designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its birds and dragonflies. Over 17 species of dragonfly and damselfly have been recorded here. The larger hawker species hunt the lakes whereas banded demoiselle prefer the fast flowing streams.

The following species occur at Lackford:

Azure damselfly

Banded demoiselle

Black tailed skimmer

Blue tailed damselfly

Broad bodied chaser

Brown hawker

Common blue damselfly

Common darter

Common hawker

Emperor dragonfly

Four spotted chaser

Hairy dragonfly

Large red damselfly

Migrant hawker

Red eyed damselfly

Ruddy darter

Southern hawker

Variable damselfly

Why not come along to our adult course led by dragonfly expert Keith Morris to find out more about dragonflies at Lackford Lakes:

Sat 19th July   DRAGONFLIES – masters of the air! - Adult course led by Keith Morris. (A) £15. 10am-4pm Pre book on 01473 892430. Full payment required at time of booking.