Common Green Darner

Description:

These are among the largest dragonflies in Minnesota with a length and wingspan of about three inches. They have a green thorax; males have a blue abdomen while females have a reddish abdomen.

Habitat:

I often find these large dragonflies in fields and near wetlands, where they breed. They are migratory, however, and can be found in all sorts of habitat, except heavy forest. I've even seen them in the middle of large cities.

Notes:

These two are a breeding pair. He's in front and has clasped onto her neck. She is laying her eggs in the submerged vegetation.