1 These include dragonflies, in particular the blue tailed damselfly, and several rare plant species.

2 Damselfly mating generally involves a fair amount of female harassment that females understandably try to avoid.

3 The researchers determined that in damselfly populations with a high ratio of andromorphs to males, these females evolved more masculine features.

4 The damselfly is a close relative of the dragonfly, but slimmer and daintier than its larger, more powerful cousin.

5 Although the male-like females have an overall lower birth rate than other females, they do still mate and reproduce, maintaining the mimicry in the damselfly population.

6 Angels, putti, dragons and fairies are generally shown with insect wings, often those of damselfly or butterflies.

7 Mr Willet said the species - one of 18 dragonfly and damselfly found in the Highlands - favoured warm temperatures.