description Dot-winged Baskettail (Epitheca petechialis) Overview
The Dot-winged Baskettail, Epitheca petechialis, is a North American dragonfly in the family Corduliidae. Its common name refers to the small dark marks near the tips of its otherwise largely transparent wings. Like other dragonflies, it has an aquatic larval stage and an airborne adult stage, and it is associated with freshwater habitats such as ponds and similar still-water environments.
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What is the scientific name of the Dot-winged Baskettail?
Its scientific name is Epitheca petechialis. It belongs to the dragonfly family Corduliidae.
Why is it called the Dot-winged Baskettail?
The name refers to the small dark spots near the tips of its mostly transparent wings. Those hindwing markings are one of the most useful clues for identifying it.
Where does the Dot-winged Baskettail live?
It is associated with lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. Its documented range includes parts of the south-central United States and the Great Plains.
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