During this summer staff and volunteers have kept records of the wildlife seen around Darts Farm. During June I was lucky enough to take a photo of a Dragonfly seen on the ponds I then posted the image and findings onto the internet where it was picked up by a number a people saying the Dragonfly was a Scarce Chaser.
Later I was contacted by the Devon Group of the British Dragonfly Society and I was informed that this was the first sighting of a Scarce Chaser recorded along the Lower Clyst Valley. This is great news for the Farm and the walks we hold every Saturday. Unfortunately these Dragonflies aren’t on the wing at this time of year but next year I will post up the first sighting so people can come along and enjoy great views of this special find.
Gareth Williams
Scarce Chaser image copyright G. Williams