September 17, 2017 — Waukesha County
Mukwonago R at bridge along river.
Fawn Darner (
Boyeria vinosa)
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5-6 seen. Only flew when the clouds covered the sun. For the most part stayed very close to shore and probing the banks. Only had one recognizable image or many many attempts
Shadow Darner (
Aeshna umbrosa)
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2-3 flying over a fairly open area over the river.Flew off into an open area of woods to return to patrol the same areas. Mediocre flight shots only
American Rubyspot (
Hetaerina americana)
Photographed
Several males and females in vegetation in water or overhanging the river.
Ebony Jewelwing (
Calopteryx maculata)
Photographed
Moderate number seen in vegetation in water or overhanging the river.