The Scarce Chaser (Libellula fulva) is a species of dragonfly. The adult male has a bright blue abdomen with patches of black, while the adult female and juvenile male each have a bright orange abdomen. It is about 45 mm in length with an average wingspan of 74 mm. It is distributed throughout Europe. This dragonfly is considered a species of special concern in Great Britain due to loss of its specific ideal habitat. \n* Immature male (dead) \n* Adult male nearly without spotting on the wing tips \n* Immature female with distinct spotting on the wing tips \n* Mating wheel