Four-spotted Chaser
Libellula quadrimaculata
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
May to August. Ponds and lakes.
Best time of day
Sunny days. Perches.
Overview
Four-spotted chasers have four spots. Perches. Ponds. Tarns. Throughout the Lakes. May to August. Common. Easy to see. They return to the same perch. Wait.
At a Glance
| Order | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae |
| Habitat | Ponds · Tarns · Lake edges |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Ponds, tarns, lake edges. Throughout the Lakes. That four spots. Perches. Common. Easy to see.
Identification
Four spots. Perches. Brown. Common. Returns to perch.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Ponds. Tarns. That four spots. Perches. Wait. They return. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.