description Pronghorn Clubtail Overview
The Pronghorn Clubtail (Phanogomphus graslinellus) is a dragonfly species in the family Gomphidae, first described by Benjamin Dann Walsh in 1862. It is widely distributed across the central United States, ranging from the Great Plains into parts of the eastern US, where it breeds in streams and rivers with sand or gravel substrates. Adults are robust, brownish to grayish in coloration, and named for the distinctive prong-like projections (cerci) at the tip of the male abdomen.
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How did the Pronghorn Clubtail get its name?
The dragonfly is named for the distinct, prong-like projections found on the top of the male's abdominal tip. These unique claspers make it highly identifiable among other clubtail species.
Who first described the Pronghorn Clubtail?
The species was officially described by the American entomologist Benjamin Dann Walsh in 1862. Walsh was a prominent 19th-century pioneer in the study of North American insects.
Where can you find the Pronghorn Clubtail in the wild?
This robust dragonfly is primarily found across the central United States, particularly in the Great Plains region. It favors clear, sandy, or muddy-bottomed streams and rivers.
What color is the Pronghorn Clubtail?
The dragonfly typically features a dark brownish-black body with striking yellow or greenish lateral markings. Its large compound eyes are often a pale blue-gray or greenish color.
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