A slender dragonfly species belonging to the Gomphidae family, native to North America, characterized by its distinctive clubtail morphology and agile flight patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including streams, rivers, and small water bodies with rocky or sandy substrates, predominantly in temperate regions of eastern and central United States.
Ecological Role
Important predatory insect that controls aquatic and terrestrial insect populations, serves as bioindicator of water ecosystem health, and contributes to food web dynamics.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with protective chitinous cuticle, allowing efficient water and terrestrial movement
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of translucent, membranous wings with dark veination, legs adapted for perching and grasping
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, short antennae, powerful mandibles for prey capture
BODY STRUCTUREElongated body measuring 45-55 mm in length, with distinctive club-shaped tail segment, green-brown coloration with black markings
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Eric Haley
