Golden-ringed Dragonfly

Cordulegaster boltonii

The golden-ringed dragonfly is a large, striking species of dragonfly found widely in Europe and locally in northwestern Africa, especially near flowing waters like streams. It is the longest British species of dragonfly, and the only member of its genus to be found in the United Kingdom.

Scientific name

Cordulegaster boltonii

Family

Cordulegastridae

IUCN status

LC