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Ebony Jewelwing
Calopteryx maculata
34.59, -85.09
Field Notes
Description:
The Ebony Jewelwing is aptly named, as this male demonstrates its gorgeous metallic blue-green coloration and dark, nearly opaque wings. Females of the species are duller brown with smoky wings that have white spots near the tips. A treat to the eyes, these insects are highly beneficial to humans, preying on small nuisance insects such as mosquitoes and gnats.
Habitat:
Eastern US and Canada; along wooded, slow-moving streams and small rivers; nymphs develop in water; adults often perch on low shrubbery in sun-lit openings in forest canopy.
Notes:
Spotted near the campgrounds at The Pocket in Johns Mountain Wildlife Management Area
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 11, 2014
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