A small dragonfly species native to North America, characterized by distinctive white facial markings and inhabiting boreal and subarctic wetland ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Boreal forest wetlands, alpine lakes, tundra ponds, and cool temperate freshwater environments across Canada and northern United States, typically at elevations between 500-2000 meters.
Ecological Role
Critical component of aquatic and terrestrial food webs, serving as both predator of small invertebrates during larval and adult stages, and prey for birds and other insectivorous species.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with predominantly dark coloration, white facial markings distinguishing the species
LIMBS WINGSFour transparent membranous wings with dark pterostigma, legs adapted for perching and aerial hunting
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, short antennae, powerful mandibular structures for predation
BODY STRUCTURESmall dragonfly, approximately 35-42 mm in total length, with slender abdomen and robust thorax
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: US Army Corps of Engineers
