description Celithemis fasciata Overview
*Celithemis fasciata*, commonly known as the banded pennant, is a species of dragonfly belonging to the skimmer family Libellulidae. Native to the eastern United States, these slender insects are identified by the prominent dark brown bands spanning their translucent wings. They inhabit ponds and marshes where they reproduce and hunt smaller flying insects.
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How can I identify a banded pennant, Celithemis fasciata?
The banded pennant is a small skimmer dragonfly with sharply defined dark markings across its otherwise translucent wings. Adult males tend to develop a dark blue-black body, while females are browner with yellow abdominal markings. ([Illinois Department of Natural Resources](https://dnr.illinois.gov/education/wildaboutpages/wildaboutinvertebrates/wildaboutdragonflies/family-libellulidae/wadfbandedpennant.html))
Where does Celithemis fasciata live?
It is native to the eastern and south-central United States and is usually found around permanent ponds, lakes, reservoirs, and some slow streams. It especially favors open water with sandy bottoms or nearby marsh and shoreline vegetation. ([Wisconsin Odonata Survey](https://wiatri.net/inventory/odonata/speciesaccounts/SpeciesDetail.cfm?TaxaID=132))
How does the female banded pennant lay eggs?
Pairs may fly in tandem, but a female can also lay eggs alone while the male guards her. She typically hovers, taps the water once to release eggs, rises, and repeats the movement over a small patch. ([Illinois Department of Natural Resources](https://dnr.illinois.gov/education/wildaboutpages/wildaboutinvertebrates/wildaboutdragonflies/family-libellulidae/wadfbandedpennant.html))
How large is a banded pennant dragonfly?
Recorded adults are roughly 1.2-1.5 inches long, or about 30-38 mm. The black wing pattern varies between individuals, and northern insects often show less wing coloration than southern ones. ([Wisconsin Odonata Survey](https://wiatri.net/inventory/odonata/speciesaccounts/SpeciesDetail.cfm?TaxaID=132))
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