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Best 1 Four-spotted chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata)

The four-spotted chaser (*Libellula quadrimaculata*) is a dragonfly species found across the Holarctic region. It’s notable for its dark wings marked with four prominent spots and its tendency to form large migratory swarms during summer months. These dragonflies are commonly observed near ponds and...

2 Common flangetail (Ictinogomphus decoratus)

The common flangetail, *Ictinogomphus decoratus*, is a sizable dragonfly belonging to the Gomphidae family. It’s notable for its distinctive yellow and black markings found across ponds in Southeast Asia. This species is of interest to entomologists studying dragonfly diversity and ecology, particul...

3 Scarlet darter (Crocothemis erythraea)

The Scarlet darter *Crocothemis erythraea* is a dragonfly belonging to the Libellulidae family. It’s notable for its vibrant scarlet coloration in males, a characteristic found across its expansive native range including Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia. This species is of interest to entomologists...

4 Asian amberwing (Brachythemis contaminata)

Brachythemis contaminata, the Asian amberwing, is a tropical dragonfly distinguished by the amber-tinted wings of mature males and its high tolerance for polluted, stagnant water.

5 Tawny pennant (Brachymesia herbida)

The Tawny pennant (*Brachymesia herbida*) is a dragonfly distributed across the Caribbean and parts of the Americas, notable for its warm brown coloration and migratory habits.

6 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.

7 Red-veined pennant (Celithemis bertha)

The Red-veined pennant (*Celithemis bertha*) is a North American dragonfly species found in the southeastern coastal plains, distinguished by its striking red wing veins.

8 Autumn meadowhawk (Sympetrum vicinum)

The Autumn meadowhawk (*Sympetrum vicinum*) is a North American dragonfly notable for its late-season flight, often remaining active through late October in the United States.

9 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.

10 Martha's pennant (Celithemis martha)

Martha's pennant (*Celithemis martha*) is a dragonfly native to the eastern United States, noted for its distinctive wing patterns and presence along coastal plain habitats.

11 Ground skimmer (Diplacodes trivialis)

The Ground skimmer (Diplacodes trivialis) is an abundant Asian and Australian dragonfly notable for its low, ground-hugging flight and the pale blue pruinescence on mature males.

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