A dragonfly species native to North America, characterized by distinctive wing markings and inhabiting open wetland and meadow environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including marshes, ponds, slow-moving streams, and grassland margins across temperate regions of North America
Ecological Role
Key predator of small insects, contributing to ecological balance and serving as bioindicator of aquatic ecosystem health
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Exoskeleton with reddish-brown coloration, typical of Sympetrum genus
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LIMBS WINGS
Transparent wings with distinctive dark band/pigmentation, strong flight muscles enabling agile aerial hunting
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HEAD SENSORY
Large compound eyes, short antennae, powerful mandibles for predation
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BODY STRUCTURE
Slender dragonfly body, approximately 35-45 mm in length, with robust thorax and segmented abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: USFWS Mountain-Prairie
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