description Lilypad clubtail (Arigomphus furcifer) Overview
The lilypad clubtail (Arigomphus furcifer) is a species of dragonfly native to eastern North America. It belongs to the family Gomphidae, a group commonly referred to as clubtails due to the widened abdominal segments in some species. This insect is closely associated with quiet, weedy aquatic environments, where it exhibits the distinctive habit of perching directly on floating lily pads. The species relies on ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams for its reproductive cycle.
help Lilypad clubtail (Arigomphus furcifer) FAQ
Where can the lilypad clubtail dragonfly be found?
Arigomphus furcifer is native to eastern North America. Adults are associated with quiet lakes, ponds, and slow water containing abundant aquatic vegetation.
Why is it called the lilypad clubtail?
The species is often found around still water and aquatic plants such as lilypads. Like other clubtails, it also has a widened abdominal tip, especially noticeable in males.
How can someone distinguish the lilypad clubtail from the unicorn clubtail?
The lilypad clubtail can resemble Arigomphus villospies, the unicorn clubtail, where their ranges overlap. Subtle differences in coloration and the shape of the terminal appendages may require an insect in hand for reliable identification.
What habitat do lilypad clubtail larvae use?
The larvae live in shallow aquatic habitats such as sandy pools and leaf-littered streams. Adults emerge near these waters and hunt small flying insects along sunny edges.
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