Species Insects & ArthropodsWhite-faced Meadowhawk

White-faced Meadowhawk

Sympetrum obtrusum

CommonInsect & Arthropod
Illustration of White-faced Meadowhawk (Sympetrum obtrusum)

The White-faced Meadowhawk is a common, medium-sized red dragonfly distinguished by its pure white face, which contrasts with the red or yellow faces of similar species. It is abundant in late summer and fall across much of North America. Like other meadowhawks, it perches on vegetation near ponds and in fields on warm autumn days.

Habitat
Pond edges, marshes, and open fields near water in late summer
Diet
Adults: small flying insects. Nymphs: aquatic invertebrates
How common
Common

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