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Black-shouldered Spinyleg

Dromogomphus spinosus

Description:

This dragonfly is a fierce hunter equipped with spines on its back legs for catching prey.

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5 Comments

JC_Forester
JC_Forester 10 years ago

Thanks Cindy! :-)

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Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 10 years ago

:)

JC_Forester
JC_Forester 10 years ago

Thank-you Gerardo! I watched this spinyleg hunt several feet in front of me. It was amazing! Hope to see this species again soon.

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 10 years ago

Nice series !

JC_Forester
Spotted by
JC_Forester

Kentucky, USA

Spotted on Jun 23, 2013
Submitted on Jun 23, 2013

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