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Eastern Pondhawk Dragonfly

Erythemis simplicicollis

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

Females and young males are green with square blackish spots on the abdomen. Males become pruinose blue with white claspers and a green face.

Habitat:

Louisiana State Welcome Center at Atchafalaya River has a small stream, pond and wildflower area. This welcome center is listed as a birding site because of the surrounding woods and open area.

Reference Links:

Species Erythemis simplicicollis - Eastern Pondhawk - BugGuide.Net

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