Large Red Damselfly
Pyrrhosoma nymphula
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
April to September. First damselfly.
Best time of day
Sunny days. Ponds, streams.
Overview
Large red damselflies are first. April. That red. Ponds. Streams. Tarns. Throughout the Lakes. Common. Easy to see. Unmistakeable. First damselfly of the year.
At a Glance
| Order | Odonata |
| Family | Coenagrionidae |
| Habitat | Ponds · Streams · Tarns |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Ponds, streams, tarns. Throughout the Lakes. That red. First damselfly in spring. Common. Easy to see.
Identification
Red. Black legs. First in spring. Common. Unmistakeable.
Viewing & Photography Tips
April. Ponds. Streams. First damselfly. That red. 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.