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Eastern Pondhawk

Erythemis simplicicollis

Photo by Rosa Maria
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Field Notes

Description:

We at first thought it was a big beetle flying by our heads, but when we got a closer look we were very surprised. It seemed the green dragonfly was carrying the other dragonfly. Very strange.

Habitat:

Along the edge of the pine forest and next to the wetlands.

Notes:

Picture was taken at the Orlando Wetlands Park, Christmas, FL.

Species ID Suggestions

Eastern Pondhawk

Erythemis simplicicollis

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Jacob Gorneau
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Comments (7)
Rosa Maria
Hey Hema, that is awesome to hear! You know I actually haven't ventured out in Fort Wilderness yet. I certainly look forward to seeing what you spotted. :)
HemaShah
nice one. Just got back from Florida. Saw the Viera Wetlands , Meritt island and Lake Beuna vista and Fort Wilderness. Lovely!!
Machi
Just a heads up... You misspelled Pondhawk
Rosa Maria
Is that normal for them to prey on other dragonflies?
LivanEscudero
From the look of the wings looks like prey is a Halloween Pennant.
Jacob Gorneau
Excellent find! The green dragonfly (Erythemis simplicicollis) is preying on a smaller dragonfly, likely in the same family—Erythemis simplicicollis.

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Florida's Flora & Fauna
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Insects and Arachnids of Florida
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PublishedApril 12, 2014

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