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Green Darner Dragonfly

Anax junius

Description:

One of the most common and abundant species throughout North America, the Green Darner is one of the largest dragonflies that exists: males grow to 76 mm (3.0 in) in length with a wingspan of up to 80 mm (3.1 in).

Habitat:

Nears ponds and slow streams.

Notes:

Had many of these dragonflies around my pond this summer. Love their bright colors!

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LauraFrazier
Spotted by
LauraFrazier

West Virginia, USA

Spotted on Sep 27, 2011
Submitted on Dec 13, 2011

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