Common winter damselfly - Sympecma fusca

Common winter damselfly female

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

Such a cool find. I once saw a photo of one covered in snow which blew my mind, that's how I learned about this species' existence. It's like the rules of cold blooded animals don't apply to them :) Posted 9 years ago
1. Jivko Nakev
  
  Lion
  
  I wonder if I would have the chance to see it in winter and to photograph it. Posted 9 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    I really hope you do find it, it's quite a crazy sight:
    http://www.macrografie.nl/waterjuffers/noordse_winterjuffer_sympecma_paedisca_siberian_winter_damselfly/noordse_winterjuffer_sympecma_paedisca_siberian_winter_damselfly_img_1.jpg Posted 9 years ago
  2. 1. Jivko Nakev
      
      Lion
      
      Wow, quite interesting. I don't know if the other species, which overwinter as an adult S. paedisca is recorded in Bulgaria, but I am happy with one. Posted 9 years ago
  3. RMFelix
    
    Lion
    
    If you miss them in winter, you can always try to look for them in early spring ;) nice photo! Cheers Posted 9 years ago
  4. 1. Jivko Nakev
      
      Lion
      
      Yes, I know now where to look for them and shall definitely try. Posted 9 years ago

The Common Winter Damselfly

The Common Winter Damselfly, "Sympecma fusca", is a damselfly that is found in much of central and southern Europe. It does not have the bright blue or red colouration that is more usual for damselflies so it is often overlooked. It is one of only two species of European dragonflies that overwinter as adult insects, the other being the related "S. paedisca". It is a member of the Lestidae and related to the emeralds or spreadwings.

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Similar species: Dragonflies And Damselflies

Species identified by Jivko Nakev