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Twelve-Spotted Skimmer
Libellula pulchella
46.924, -95.6548
Field Notes
Description:
This is a fairly large dragonfly with a length of about 2 inches. Each wing is marked with 3 dark spots: one near the base where it attaches to the body, one in the center than nearly spans the width of the wing, and one at the tip.
Habitat:
This dragonfly is found near lakes, ponds and marshes, particularly those with exposed shorelines.
Notes:
I found this dragonfly on Hwy 29 near Pine Lake. Adult flight season is from early June to late August. It will eat almost any soft-bodied flying insects including mosquitoes, flies, butterflies, moths, mayflies, and flying ants or termites. They also serve as prey for birds and frogs.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 30, 2013
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