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The Blue Emperor, Anax imperator, is a large dragonfly described in 1815 and known across much of Europe, Africa, and western and central Asia. Mature males develop a bright blue abdomen marked with a dark pattern, while females and immatures are generally greenish or brownish. It breeds in ponds, l...
The Swamp Darner (Epiaeschna heros) is a large eastern North American dragonfly described in 1798 and closely associated with wooded swamps and ponds.
The Blue-spotted Hawker (Adversaeschna brevistyla) is the sole species in its genus and occurs across Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific islands.
The Southern Migrant Hawker (Aeshna affinis) is a migratory dragonfly described in 1820, notable for periodic northward movements across Europe.
The Vagrant Emperor (Anax ephippiger) is a long-distance migrant described in 1839, ranging across Africa and Asia and appearing irregularly in Europe.
The Blue-faced Darner (Coryphaeschna adnexa) is a primarily tropical American dragonfly notable for expanding its range into central and southern Florida.
The Regal Darner (Coryphaeschna ingens) is a large North American dragonfly described in 1842, notable for its green markings and dusk activity.
The Alpine Darner (Austroaeschna flavomaculata) is an Australian dragonfly described in 1916 and restricted to mountain regions of New South Wales and Victoria.
The Hairy Hawker (Brachytron pratense) is a European and western Asian dragonfly described in 1764, distinguished by its hairy body and early flight season.
