White-faced Meadowhawk dragonfly – 7/8/13

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 7/8/13

Observation Time: 5:40 p.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond area

Common Name: White-faced Meadowhawk dragonfly

Scientific Name: Sympetrum obtrusum

Comments: Males are red. Very similar to Ruby Meadowhawk and Cherry-faced Meadowhawk. This species seems to be in decline.

More Information: Nature Search

Two more photos taken 7/19/13 at about 5:30 where Turning Mill Brook flows under Wolomolopoag Street: