Sympetrum rubicundulum

(Ruby Meadowhawk)

Sympetrum rubicundulum is a northern species that barely extends into extreme northeast Alabama; it is not known to occur in Mississippi. This colorful dragonfly inhabits the margins of vegetated ponds and stream backwaters. Old females occasionally develop reddish coloration at the wing bases and along the abdomen.

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Sympetrum rubicundulum, male

ALABAMA, Jackson County


Sympetrum rubicundulum, male

ALABAMA, Jackson County


Sympetrum rubicundulum, female

ALABAMA, Jackson County


Sympetrum rubicundulum, female

ALABAMA, Jackson County


Sympetrum rubicundulum, mating pair

ALABAMA, Jackson County