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Variegated Meadowhawk

Sympetrum corruptum

Photo by ianmaton
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Field Notes

Description:

A small to medium-sized dragonfly. The male is commonly dark brownish black with an abdomen of bright red, pink, and golden brown. The thorax may be marked with a pair of yellow dots on each side. The females are similar in color but not as brightly colored, with gray and yellow replacing the red of the male.

Habitat:

Shallow open marshy lakes and ponds. Found from British Columbia and Ontario areas south through much of the United States to southern California and Florida.

Notes:

This individual appears to be a female.

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PublishedApril 7, 2013

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