All you need to know about this rare damselfly
Where is the blue-necked reedtail found?
The damselfly is found only in Nilgiris in the Western Ghats.
What time of the year are adults of the blue-necked reedtail seen?
Adults are seen flying only in late summer (April-May) and early monsoon (June-July).
What do blue-necked reedtails eat?
The nymphs eat small aquatic invertebrates and the adults eat other small flying insects.
About the contributors
Vivek Chandran A
is a birdwatcher turned 'odonutter' currently studying the odonates of Kole wetlands, a Ramsar site in Kerala.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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Published: May 15, 2024
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