A small to medium-sized dragonfly native to North America, characterized by its striking blue coloration and agile flight patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits wetland environments including ponds, streams, marshes, and slow-moving water bodies across temperate and subtropical regions of the United States and parts of Canada.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in aquatic ecosystems as both predator and prey, controlling insect populations and serving as a food source for birds, fish, and other predators.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with blue-gray coloration, waxy protective coating
LIMBS WINGSFour transparent membranous wings with dark pterostigma, capable of rapid directional changes during flight
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, short antennae, powerful mandibular structures for predation
BODY STRUCTURESlender body measuring approximately 35-45 mm in length, with distinctive blue pruinescence in mature males
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Paul Danese
