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Black-shouldered Spinyleg

Dromogomphus spinosus

Photo by JC_Forester
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This dragonfly is a fierce hunter equipped with spines on its back legs for catching prey.

Reference Links:

Black-shouldered Spinyleg - Dromogomphus spinosus - BugGuide.Net

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Comments (5)
CindyBinghamKeiser
Congratulations on being chosen for Great Nature Project Daily Pics! You can see the collection at: http://www.greatnatureproject.org/collections/12
JC_Forester
Thank-you Gerardo! I watched this spinyleg hunt several feet in front of me. It was amazing! Hope to see this species again soon.

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PublishedJune 23, 2013

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