Description
Azure damselfly postcard
This unique Azure damselfly postcard has been hand-illustrated and designed from a personal visual study of insects by Debbie Knight. The reverse of this A6 Azure damselfly postcard has been left blank so you can write your own message to send to wildlife fans, entomologists and nature lovers. Why not collect all 12 insect postcards and frame them as mini insect art prints.
Have you seen the other insect postcards in the range? These include the following insect postcards: 7-spot ladybird postcard, Elephant hawk-moth postcard, Holly blue butterfly postcard, Honey bee postcard, Jersey tiger moth postcard, Norfolk hawker dragonfly postcard, Peacock butterfly postcard, Rose chafer postcard, Stag beetle postcard, Tawny mining bee postcard and Violet ground beetle postcard.
All 12 insect postcards are also available to buy in a set which is ideal for gifting or collecting. Take a look at the illustrated insect postcard set
The Azure damselfly also appears in the illustrated insects calendar 2025
About the Azure damselfly
The azure is one of seven small blue damselfly species in the UK. Commonly found near ponds, lakes and slow-moving rivers, the males are distinguished by their vivid blue colour, while females are often greener or duller. Damselflies are important predators of smaller insects and serve as prey for birds, therefore play a key role in aquatic ecosystems.
How to tell the difference between dragonflies and damselflies
Dragonflies generally have larger, bulkier bodies and their front and hind wings are different in shape. They also hold their wings spread out when resting. Damselflies, on the other hand, are smaller and more delicate, with wings of similar size and shape. They rest with their wings folded together along their body. Additionally, damselflies typically have eyes that are not touching, while many dragonflies have eyes that are close together.
Read more on telling the difference between dragons and damsels by Kate Titford of the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust.
