ruby meadowhawk

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Sympetrum rubicundulum


Taxonomy

Order:

Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies)

 

Suborder:

Epiprocta

 

infraorder:

Anisoptera (dragonflies)

 

Superfamily:

Cavilabiata

 

Family:

Libellulidae (skimmers)


Status

Common

Flight/Season

Late June to late September

Habitat

Temporary ponds. Sometimes permanent ponds and marshes.

Size

Average 1


Identification

 

 
Similar
Species

 


Larval Food

 

 
Adult Food

Small flying insects

 
Life Cycle

 

 
Behavior

 


Range Range Map   Sources: 7, 16, 18.
 
Sightings

Carver Park Reserve

Lake Elmo Park Reserve

 


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Synonyms

Sympetrum rubicundulum rubicundulum

 
Common
Names

ruby meadowhawk


 

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