Dragonfly Of Sri Lanka

Dragonfly watching in Sri Lanka is getting increasingly popular among nature lovers. Sri Lanka has 117 species of dragonflies and damselflies of the 6,000 discovered worldwide. You can go dragonfly watching at any time of the day in Sri Lanka. Early mornings are very good for photography as the lighting is better and the dragonflies are a little less active. Some of the leading hotels in Sri Lanka have created their own dragonfly ponds in the hotels, which is excellent for visitors and also helps conservation.

Holiday Itineraries

Even on a regular holiday with family, one can spend some time searching for some of the dragonflies found in Sri Lanka. Include this in a general wildlife holiday or choose the 'Dragonfly Trail', a specialist holiday accompanied by an expert naturalist.

Dragonfly Trail: This tour takes you through Sri Lanka’s diverse landscapes and untouched wilderness to spot dragonflies, as well as the exotic birds and butterflies found on the island. The journey also includes a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rural life and the ancient heritage. Some of the hotels included in this itinerary such as Vil Uyana in Sigiriya, Hunas Falls in Kandy and St. Andrew’s hotel in Nuwara Eliya have created man-made wetlands. After an adventurous journey, your final three nights will be spent in an eco-resort on a secluded beach on the north-west coast.

Sri Lanka has a rich dragonfly fauna. There are many species that are common to much of Asia and a number of endemics. Dragonflies can be found for most of the year, though many species have specific flight times. There are 117 species of which 52 are found nowhere else.

Dragonfly Life Cycle