Ancient, agile, and unmatched in the air, dragonflies have ruled the skies for over 300 million years. But in today’s rapidly changing world, how are they faring?In this episode, we explore the world of these remarkable insects, from their perfectly-adapted anatomy and impressive hunting skills, to the art, poetry, and legends they have inspired across centuries and cultures.We examine the state of the UK’s dragonfly populations, where some species are in steep decline while others are on the rise, revealing important clues about the health of our ecosystems and the effects of climate change.And we of course, highlight the brilliant work of the dedicated people and organisations striving to protect these extraordinary insects and restore the habitats they need to survive.Get in touch!Don't forget to follow The Birdy Bug Pod over on Instagram. And please do feel free to contact us with any questions, feedback, comments, or just to say hi!Follow us @thebirdybugpodLinksBritish Dragonfly Society - British Dragonfly SocietyRare dragonfly introduced into a hidden corner of CumbriaDragonfly species are colonising the UK 'at a greater rate than ever before' | Natural History MuseumUK’s dragonflies are benefiting from climate change | UK Centre for Ecology & HydrologyRare dragonfly introduced into remote area of Cumbria to reverse its decline | Conservation | The GuardianRare dragonfly introduced into remote area of Cumbria to reverse its decline | Conservation | The Guardian

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