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Best 1 Dragonhunter (Hagenius brevistylus)

Hagenius brevistylus, commonly known as the Dragonhunter, is a large North American dragonfly belonging to the Gomphidae family. This unique clubtail predator is notable for being the only species within its genus and represents an important study subject for entomologists and researchers interested...

2 Splendid clubtail (Gomphurus lineatifrons)

The splendid clubtail, *Gomphurus lineatifrons*, is a large dragonfly belonging to the Gomphidae family. It’s notable for its vibrant green eyes and dark stripes, characteristics that distinguish it within North American dragonflies. Primarily found in southern river systems, this species offers opp...

3 Yellow-legged dragonfly (Gomphus flavipes)

The yellow-legged dragonfly (Gomphus flavipes) is a Eurasian species of clubtail notable for its vibrant yellow legs and preference for large, slow-flowing rivers.

4 Cobra clubtail (Gomphurus vastus)

The Cobra clubtail (Gomphurus vastus) is an eastern North American dragonfly recognized by the distinct, cobra-shaped yellow marking on its dark thorax.

5 Skillet clubtail (Gomphurus ventricosus)

The Skillet clubtail (Gomphurus ventricosus) is a North American dragonfly distinguished by its massive, skillet-shaped abdominal club and its distribution across northeastern rivers.

6 Zebra Clubtail (Stylurus scudderi)

The Zebra Clubtail is a striking dragonfly species of northern North America, distinguished by the bold, contrasting yellow and black abdominal stripes.

7 Elusive clubtail (Stylurus notatus)

The elusive clubtail (Stylurus notatus) is a rare North American dragonfly known for its distinctively marked abdomen and its habit of hiding in tall riverside vegetation.

8 Cobra Clubtail (Phanogomphus vastus)

Described by Walsh in 1862, the Cobra Clubtail (Phanogomphus vastus) is a large dragonfly of eastern North America, notable for the distinctive cobra-head-like pattern on its thorax.

9 Pronghorn clubtail (Phanogomphus graslinellus)

The pronghorn clubtail (Phanogomphus graslinellus) is a North American dragonfly distinguished by the prominent, horn-like projections on its abdominal segments.

10 Skillet Clubtail (Phanogomphus ventricosus)

The Skillet Clubtail (Phanogomphus ventricosus), described by Hagen in 1856, is a rare North American dragonfly distinguished by the male's skillet-shaped abdominal club.

11 Lilypad clubtail (Arigomphus furcifer)

The lilypad clubtail (Arigomphus furcifer) is a North American dragonfly known for its habit of perching directly on floating lily pads in quiet, weedy waters.

12 Western clubtail (Gomphus pulchellus)

The western clubtail (Gomphus pulchellus) is a dragonfly species prevalent in southwestern Europe, particularly noted for its distinctive yellow and black coloration.

13 Horned clubtail (Arigomphus cornutus)

The horned clubtail (Arigomphus cornutus) is a dragonfly species found in the United States, recognized by the unique, horn-like occipital crest on its head.

14 Unicorn Clubtail (Arigomphus villosipes)

Described by Selys in 1854, the Unicorn Clubtail (Arigomphus villosipes) is a North American dragonfly known for the distinctive dorsal bump on the male's tenth abdominal segment.

15 Mustached clubtail (Hylogomphus adelphus)

The mustached clubtail (Hylogomphus adelphus) is a dragonfly native to the eastern United States, distinguished by a prominent black mustache-shaped mark on its face.

16 Beaverpond clubtail (Phanogomphus borealis)

The beaverpond clubtail (Phanogomphus borealis) is a dragonfly species native to Canada and the northern United States, typically breeding in beaver ponds.

17 Midland clubtail (Gomphurus fraternus)

Gomphurus fraternus, the Midland clubtail, is a large North American dragonfly notable for the wide, flattened club at the end of the male's abdomen and its midwestern river habitat.

18 Plains clubtail (Gomphurus externus)

Gomphurus externus, the Plains clubtail, is a North American dragonfly notable for its extensive range across the central United States and its preference for large, muddy rivers.

19 Northern pygmy clubtail (Lanthus parvulus)

The northern pygmy clubtail (Lanthus parvulus) is a small dragonfly species native to the Appalachian region of the eastern United States, favoring clear streams.

20 Southern pygmy clubtail (Lanthus vernalis)

The southern pygmy clubtail (Lanthus vernalis) is a diminutive dragonfly species endemic to the southeastern United States, primarily found near sandy forest streams.

21 Piedmont clubtail (Hylogomphus parvidens)

The Piedmont clubtail (Hylogomphus parvidens) is an endangered dragonfly species native to the southeastern United States, first discovered in North Carolina.

22 Arrow Clubtail (Stylurus notatus)

The Arrow Clubtail is a rare dragonfly species native to the eastern United States, specifically noted for its distinctive black arrow-shaped marks.

23 Lancet Clubtail (Phanogomphus exilis)

First described by Hagen in 1877, the Lancet Clubtail (Phanogomphus exilis) is a small North American dragonfly named for the distinctive, lance-shaped markings on its black thorax.

24 Brimstone Clubtail (Stylurus spiniceps)

The Brimstone Clubtail is a dragonfly species native to eastern North America, notable for its vibrant yellow coloring and slender clubbed abdomen.

25 Russet-tipped Clubtail (Stylurus plagiatus)

The Russet-tipped Clubtail is a dragonfly species of the Americas, distinguished by the prominent rusty brown coloration at the tip of its abdomen.

26 Plains Clubtail (Phanogomphus externus)

Described by Hagen in 1858, the Plains Clubtail (Phanogomphus externus) is a North American dragonfly native to central US rivers and recognized by its distinct greenish thoracic stripes.

27 Hanging Clubtail (Stylurus bivittatus)

The Hanging Clubtail is a dragonfly species found in the eastern United States, uniquely noted for its habit of hanging vertically from branches.

28 Dusky Clubtail (Phanogomphus spicatus)

Described by Hagen in 1854, the Dusky Clubtail (Phanogomphus spicatus) is a North American dragonfly notable for its dark, smoky wing tips and presence along rocky rivers and streams.

29 Laura's Clubtail (Stylurus laurae)

Laura's Clubtail is a rare dragonfly species strictly endemic to the south-central United States, notably inhabiting the rivers of the Ozark region.

30 Ashy Clubtail (Phanogomphus lividus)

The Ashy Clubtail (Phanogomphus lividus) is a North American dragonfly first described by Hagen in 1861, distinguished by its ashy gray thorax and habitat preference for sandy streams.

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