July 3rd 2011

Headed off down to Cramer Gutter,Shropshire for a chance of a lifer in the form of Golden-ringed Dragonfly (a species iv'e wanted to see for years!) arrived on site just after 10-30 & was soon having superb views of a female also had a bonus with 4 Dark Green Fritillary on the wing along with 2 Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary,searched around for Keeled Skimmer but failed!! Broad-bodied Chaser & my 1st Emperor Dragonfly of the year on the small pool in the corner of this small reserve.... photos of the day below..........

Emperor Dragonfly

 Small Pearl-bordered Fritllary

Dark Green Fritillary

Golden-ringed Dragonfly