Four-spotted chaser  (Libellula quadrimaculata)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

Four-spotted chasers are found throughout the British Isles, including the Scottish Islands and Ireland. Their range covers much of Europe and Northern Asia and extends into North America.

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

This species can usually be found around most water bodies, including pools, rivers and upland lakes and lochs.

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