description Gomphurus fraternus Overview
Gomphurus fraternus is a clubtail dragonfly in the family Gomphidae, first described by American entomologist Thomas Say in 1840. The species is native to North America and is commonly associated with large rivers featuring sandy or gravelly substrates. Members of the family Gomphidae are characterized by their relatively short antennae and, in some species, a club-like widening of the abdomen. Gomphurus fraternus is typically found in the eastern United States.
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What is the common name of Gomphurus fraternus?
Gomphurus fraternus is commonly called the Midland Clubtail. It is a clubtail dragonfly in the family Gomphidae, rather than a skimmer in the family Libellulidae.
Where does Gomphurus fraternus usually live?
The species is native to North America and is strongly associated with large rivers. Sandy or gravelly river substrates provide the kind of habitat linked with its life cycle.
Who described Gomphurus fraternus?
The species was first described by the American entomologist Thomas Say in 1840. Its scientific name places it in the genus Gomphurus and the clubtail family Gomphidae.
What makes Gomphurus fraternus a clubtail dragonfly?
Clubtails are recognized by the characteristic expansion toward the end of the abdomen, the feature reflected in their common name. Gomphurus fraternus is also tied to river habitats with sandy or gravelly bottoms.
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