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Eastern Amberwing Dragonfly (female)
Perithemis tenera
33.1528, -97.0458
Field Notes
Description:
Eastern Amberwing Dragonfly is 3/4 to 1 inch long with a wingspan of 1 and 3/4 inches. The dragonfly is mainly a yellowish brown color; it has a yellow face with a brown thorax and brownish yellow abdomen. Female has light amber wings with brown blotches and red stigmas.
Habitat:
Laying eggs on a small algae mass while the male hovers above. A city maintained retention pond.
Notes:
The female lays the eggs by maneuvering into position and flicking her tail in the water.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMay 31, 2013
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