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Common Whitetail

Plathemis lydia

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This bug has been reportedly found in the following regions:

Robertsdale, Alabama

Barling, Arkansas

Deer, Arkansas

Malvern, Arkansas

Fernandina Beach, Florida

Westchester, Illinois

Indianapolis, Indiana

Shawnee Mission, Kansas

Ewing, Kentucky

Cole Camp, Missouri

Glouster, Ohio

Stilwell, Oklahoma

Mount Pleasant, Tennessee

Houston, Texas

Keller, Texas

San Antonio, Texas

Spring, Texas

Ruther Glen, Virginia

Kalama, Washington

Peterstown, West Virginia

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GD_Rankin

San Antonio, TX (Zone 9a) | August 2006 | Positive

These are all around my herb garden this month and seem to enjoy the cool shaded area and waterings. I keep a water dish out for the dogs and what ever else may pass by. I think these (and the other dragonflies that hang out here) help keep the mosquito population in check.

The female was not willing to let me approach her for a long time, finally she allowed me to get within inches for a few quick photos. A male that frequents the same area is much more approachable.

Magpye

NW Qtr, AR (Zone 6a) | August 2006 | Neutral

This is a fairly common dragonfly, and is present in most of North America. The mature males have a white waxy layer on their abdomen. They are found on low plants and near the waters edge.