Broad-Bodied Chasers Flying in Tandem at Warnham Local Nature Reserve

Welcome to my wildlife photography journal! On 25th July 2026, I spent some time at Warnham Local Nature Reserve, one of my favourite places for photographing the smaller wildlife that can often be overlooked. On this visit, I was lucky enough to witness and photograph an unusual and fascinating moment involving a pair of Broad-Bodied Chasers.

The male and female were flying together while remaining linked in flight, creating a fascinating display as they moved through the air as one. Seeing two dragonflies connected while flying is not something you come across every day, and it provided a great opportunity to photograph a behaviour that might easily be missed if you aren't taking the time to watch what is happening around you.

Dragonflies are incredibly agile insects, and watching them closely can reveal all sorts of interesting behaviour. Although they may be small and easy to overlook, spending time observing them can provide some of the most rewarding wildlife photography opportunities. This encounter was a perfect example of how patience and careful observation can uncover something quite special.

Moments like this are one of the reasons I enjoy photographing the smaller wildlife at Warnham Local Nature Reserve. There is always something happening if you slow down and take the time to look, from insects moving through the vegetation to birds and other wildlife going about their daily lives.

Thanks for reading! Be sure to explore my other wildlife photography adventures from Warnham Local Nature Reserve and beyond. Every visit brings something different, and I look forward to sharing more moments from the field soon.