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Libellulidae (Skimmers)

 

The Libellulidae are the largest dragonfly family (> 1,000 species) with nearly worldwide distribution. Some taxonomists include the Corduliidae and Macromiidae in the Libellulidae. This family contains many familiar dragonflies, including skimmers, whitetails, darters, and meadowhawks.

 

Eastern Pondhawk (Erythemis simplicicollis)   Eastern Pondhawk
(Erythemis simplicicollis)
     
Side-striped Skimmer (Orthemis aequilibris)   Side-striped Skimmer
(Orthemis aequilibris)
     
Carmine Skimmer (Orthemis discolor)   Carmine Skimmer
(Orthemis discolor)
     
Wandering Glider (Pantala flavescens)   Wandering Glider
(Pantala flavescens)
     
Club-tailed Skimmer (Scapanea frontalis)   Club-tailed Skimmer
(Scapanea frontalis)
     
Autumn Meadowhawk (Sympetrum vicinum)   Autumn Meadowhawk
(Sympetrum vicinum)
     
     
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