description Banded Pennant Overview
The Banded Pennant, Celithemis fasciata, is a dragonfly in the skimmer family Libellulidae found in eastern North America. It is distinguished by broad dark bands crossing all four wings, a pattern that separates it from many other pennants and skimmers encountered around still water. The species is typically associated with ponds, lakes, and other calm freshwater habitats, where adults perch conspicuously on stems and low vegetation.
help Banded Pennant FAQ
How can I identify a Banded Pennant dragonfly?
The Banded Pennant (Celithemis fasciata) is identified by broad dark bands crossing all four of its wings. This distinctive banding pattern helps separate it from many other pennants and skimmers you might encounter around ponds and lakes.
What family does the Banded Pennant belong to?
The Banded Pennant belongs to the family Libellulidae, commonly known as skimmers. Libellulidae is the largest dragonfly family, containing many species typically found around still water habitats in eastern North America.
Where does the Banded Pennant live in North America?
The Banded Pennant is found in eastern North America, where it frequents areas around still water such as ponds, lakes, and marshes. Its range covers much of the eastern United States where suitable still-water habitats exist.
What type of water does the Banded Pennant prefer?
The Banded Pennant is typically encountered around still water bodies such as ponds, marshes, and lake margins. These calm-water habitats are characteristic of many species in the skimmer family Libellulidae, to which the Banded Pennant belongs.
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