Wednesday 22 June 2022

Impressive Norfolk Numbers

Visits to Westbere and Grove Ferry in sunny and warm conditions looking predominantly for Norfolk Hawkers produced and excellent 64 (43 at Grove Ferry, 21 at Westbere). This is the highest day total that I have had of this species since they colonised the area. No doubt there are many more out there too. I decided to see whether I could get any pleasing images of one of my favourite species so spent a while searching areas until I eventually found a few where the light was good, the angle of shot was good and viewing was not restricted.










Norfolk Hawker (Aeshna isosceles) - male

It was also good to see 4 Brown Hawker, my first of the year and even more of a miracle that I managed a semi alright shot of a female that was partially hidden in nettles. I hardly ever manage to photograph this species every year so to capture this one is in itself a win win.






Brown Hawker (Aeshna grandis) - female

 Other species seen included 20 Scarce Chaser, 2 Hairy Dragonfly, c100 Banded Demoiselle, 1 Emperor Dragonfly and hundreds of damselflies of varying species. At Grove Ferry there were 5 Emperor Dragonfly, 8 Black tailed Skimmer, c10 Four spotted Chaser and again, plenty of damselflies noted.  

6 comments:

  1. The Norfolk Hawker and Brown Harker are absolutely stunning Marc.

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    1. Many thanks Bob. I could watch them all day. Take care.

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  2. Absolutely cracking pictures Marc. I wish I could get pictures as good as that of my animals. Take care. Mike.

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    1. Thanks Mike. You do very well under the circumstances you take yours in. They are just as important as any other photo and no doubt give you many happy memories. Take.

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  3. It goes without saying, excellent images Marc. But I was keen to tell you of a male Norfolk Hawker at Amberswood Common in Lancashire recently. Perhaps you already know about the expansion as far North as this?....I can offer more detail if needs be Marc.

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    1. Many thanks Pete. I am aware that the Norfolk Hawker is really on the move and will probably colonise other new areas this year. They seem to travel well so prepare yourself. Take care.

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