Discover
This extraordinary place is famous for its amazing wildlife, stunning scenery, and superb walks. From the seasonal abundance of stunning butterflies to the shining sands of Morecambe Bay, the area is simply awe-inspiring - full of natural spectacles and a surprise around every corner.
Dragonflies
For a limestone area the relatively good number of water features – ponds, meres, mosses and dykes – means the AONB is a great place for damsel and dragonflies.
The best places to see these colourful creatures are around Hawes Water, Leighton Moss, Trowbarrow and Hale Moss.
Highlights
DamselfliesÂ
- Azure Damselfly
- Large Red Damselfly
- Emerald Damselfly
- Common Blue Damselfly
- Blue-tailed Damselfly
Dragonflies
- Common Hawker
- Southern Hawker
- Brown Hawker
- Migrant Hawker
- Emperor
- Golden-ringed
- Broad-bodied Chaser
- Four-spot Chaser
- Black-tailed Skimmer
- Black Darter
- Red-veined Darter
- Common Darter
- Ruddy Darter
