The go-to photographic guide to all the damselflies and dragonflies
recorded in Europe, including the Macaronesian Islands and western
Turkey
Europe's Dragonflies is a comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and
beautifully designed photographic field guide to the damselflies and
dragonflies of Europe. Written by two well-travelled experts, the book
covers all 140 resident and vagrant species recorded, focussing on the
field identification of adult insects. Concise species profiles
highlight key identification features and provide information on
behaviour, habitat preferences, distribution, flight periods, status and
conservation. Other sections cover identification tips, conservation
status and legislation. Presenting an unsurpassed selection of images of
the highest quality, this is the go-to guide for anyone wishing to know
more about these amazing and fascinating insects.
- Comprehensive coverage of every species of damselfly and dragonfly
recorded in Europe
- Stunning colour plates showing males, females, immatures, colour
forms, subspecies and typical habitat for every species
- Over 1,200 superb photographs, supplemented with illustrations of fine
details
- Detailed profiles for the 140 resident and vagrant species
- Unique comparison plates for difficult groups
- Easy to use by beginners and experts alike, avoiding technical terms