The Most Common Dragonfly Species You’re Likely To Spot in Hua Hin

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 Here are the most common dragonfly species you’re likely to spot in Hua Hin, Thailand:

Common Scarlet (Crocothemis servilia)

1. Common Scarlet (Crocothemis servilia) 🟥

  • Bright red males, golden-brown females.
  • Loves ponds, marshes, and slow-moving water.


Ditch Jewel (Brachythemis contaminata)

2. Ditch Jewel (Brachythemis contaminata) 🔵

  • Powder-blue males with yellow-striped thorax.
  • Often perches on rocks or bare ground near water.



Wandering Glider (Pantala flavescens)

3. Wandering Glider (Pantala flavescens) 🟡

  • Yellow-orange with transparent wings.
  • Strong fliers—often seen far from water.


Asian Pintail (Acisoma panorpoides)

4. Asian Pintail (Acisoma panorpoides) 💙

  • Tiny, sky-blue body with black markings.
  • Hovers around grassy wetlands.


Crimson Dropwing (Trithemis aurora)

5. Crimson Dropwing (Trithemis aurora) ❤️

  • Vibrant pink-red males, females more subdued.
  • Prefers streams and garden ponds.



Giant Hawker (Anax guttatus)

Bonus: Giant Hawker (Anax guttatus) 🟢💚

  • Large, green thorax with blue abdomen.
  • Patrols ponds and lakes aggressively.



Why It Matters: These species help control mosquitoes and add beauty to gardens! Want to attract them? Check our guide on dragonfly-friendly plants for Hua Hin. 🌿🐉

Have you spotted any of these near your home?

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