The Four-spotted Chaser is very common and can live in a variety of habitats from moorlands and wetlands to lakes or ponds.
A great dragonfly to watch as competing males repel each other in flight as they fight for territory. Also perches frequently on branches over water or along banks or ditches when it can be approached quite closely.
Read more about British Dragonflies...
Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.
As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.
Visit www.seriousfeather.com for further information.
