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Eastern Pondhawk

Erythemis simplicicollis

Photo by KristinL
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Field Notes

Description:

Dragonfly landed on a dock located in marshy area

Species ID Suggestions

Eastern Pondhawk (male)

Erythemis simplicicollis

Comments (2)

Wonderful spotting! Pachydiplax longipennis has thoracic stripes, whereas this dragonfly does not. Erythemis simplicicollis is also characterized by a green face.

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PublishedAugust 12, 2013

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