Description
This insect can be identified by its striking, blood-red eyes. It is found by ponds and lakes and has recently (1999) colonised Southern Britain. Its range is expanding year on year.
Male at Lac du Salagou, 8th July 2004
Male at Lac du Salagou, 8th July 2004
Male with Pond Skater at Lac du Salagou, 8th July 2004
Observations
08/07/2004 Several males by Lac du Salagou, Hérault (34).
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