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The damselfly is one of the most common and beautiful sights of summer. In the UK, there are approximately 20 different species in various shades of blue, green and red. Though it looks similar to the dragonfly, the damselfly can be easily identified from a few simple observations. Firstly, the damselfly is small and a comparatively weak flier, rarely seen far from water. Dragonflies, on the other hand, are generally large, powerful fliers, often spotted in meadows and fields. The damselfly’s eyes are also spaced far apart on either side of the head, whereas the dragonfly’s touch at the top of the head. When at rest, the damselfly folds its wings down the back, with the exception of the emerald damselfly, which arranges them at an angle, away from the body.