Species: Northern emerald (Somatochlora arctica)
Category: DRAGONFLIES
Where and when encountered: Drumguish on 24 August 2026
About: Northern emeralds breeds in bogs and pools on moorland, especially those with Sphagnum mosses in abundance. The adult dragonflies may be seen patrolling wet meadows, openings in pine woodland, and moorland habitat with scattered trees. In Great Britain, the species is restricted to the Scottish Highlands.
Date range for live (non-diapausing) adult records: 22 June to 24 August (64 days)
Years with at least one adult record: 2025, 2026 (2)
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