Dragonflies & Damselflies
Do dragonflies bite or sting humans and can they be dangerous?
Can dragonflies bite? Can dragonflies sting? Are dragonflies dangerous? They're all common questions - read on to find out the answers!
Why do dragonflies and damselflies have such big eyes?
Entomologist Richard Jones discusses the large eyes of these predatory insects.
Mega insect migration stuns scientists
Seeing millions of insects cross from Asia to Europe has been a revelation
How to identify dragonflies and damselflies
What's the difference between dragonflies and damselflies? We introduce you to a few key identifiers and some of the species you should look out for.
30+ books on insects and invertebrates
From the captivating secrets of flies, to the bizarre and wonderful process of metamorphosis, discover a wide range of titles on insects and invertebrates by naturalists and scientists.
New invertebrate photography competition launched
The new annual photography awards will celebrate insects and other invertebrates, with judges including Buglife president Germaine Greer, naturalist and BBC Wildlife columnist Nick Baker and professional invertebrate photographers such as Levon Biss.
Scottish damselflies should choose their friends wisely
Damselflies are more likely to be able to withstand the cold climate in Scotland if they are part of the ‘right social group.’
New dragonfly species spotted in Britain
A wildlife enthusiast in Suffolk has photographed a dragonfly species that has not been seen in the UK before.
The search is on for the common clubtail
Has this dragonfly disappeared from your county? Scientists want to know
How do dragonfly larvae hunt?
Genevieve Dalley from the British Dragonfly Society analyses how dragonfly larvae catch their food.
5 top spots for dragon watching
Visit some of the best places in the UK to see dragonflies and damselflies.