Description
Norfolk hawker dragonfly postcard
This unique Norfolk hawker dragonfly postcard has been hand-illustrated and designed from a personal study of insects by Debbie Knight. The reverse of this A6 Norfolk hawker dragonfly 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.
Check out the other insect postcards in the range. These include the following insect postcards: 7-spot ladybird postcard, Azure damselfly postcard, Elephant hawk-moth postcard, Holly blue butterfly postcard, Honey bee postcard, Jersey tiger moth 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 Norfolk hawker dragonfly also appears in the illustrated insects calendar 2025
About the Norfolk hawker dragonfly
One of two brown hawker dragonflies found in Britain, the Norfolk hawker is rare. Historically found in restored wetland habitats in Norfolk, it has since spread to other southern areas of the UK. It favours slow-moving, clean vegetated waters and can be identified by a yellow triangular mark near the top of its abdomen.
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.
Reference by Kate Titford of the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust
