description Plains Emerald Overview
Plains Emerald is the common name for Somatochlora ensigera, a dragonfly in the family Corduliidae. Like other emeralds, it has a metallic green body and belongs to a group of dragonflies recognized for reflective coloration and relatively robust form. The species occurs in parts of North America and is associated with wet habitats such as marshes, ponds, and wet meadows. It is of interest to field naturalists and observers identifying regional dragonflies.
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What is the scientific name of the Plains Emerald dragonfly?
Plains Emerald is the common name for Somatochlora ensigera. It belongs to the family Corduliidae, commonly known as the emerald dragonflies.
What does the Plains Emerald look like?
It has the metallic green coloration associated with emerald dragonflies and a relatively robust body. Field identification should also use wing markings, body shape, location, and comparison with other Somatochlora species.
Where does the Plains Emerald live?
Somatochlora ensigera occurs in parts of North America, especially in habitats associated with suitable wetlands and open country. Local range records are more useful than assuming that every emerald dragonfly occurs in the same region.
Is the Plains Emerald a damselfly?
No. It is a dragonfly, not a damselfly. Like other dragonflies, it rests with its wings generally spread or angled outward, while damselflies usually hold their wings closer to the body when perched.
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