A dragonfly species belonging to the Libellulidae family, characterized by distinctive wing markings and habitat preferences in the Americas.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including streams, ponds, wetlands, and slow-moving water bodies in tropical and subtropical regions of North and Central America
Ecological Role
Important predator of small flying insects, contributes to aquatic ecosystem balance and serves as bioindicator of water quality
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with brownish-black coloration, slight metallic sheen
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of transparent membranous wings with distinct black spots, powerful flight muscles enabling precise aerial maneuvers
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, short antennae, specialized visual system for aerial hunting
BODY STRUCTURESlender elongated body approximately 45-52 mm in length, with robust thorax and segmented abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Donald Hobern from Copenhagen, Denmark
