June 7, 2023 — LaCrosse County
This is our private residence. Large areas of native plantings, mature trees, and woods. Small water sources (bird baths)
This is our private residence. Large areas of native plantings, mature trees, and woods. Small water sources (bird baths)
Common Whitetail (Plathemis lydia)
Photographed
Initially thought this was a 12-spotted Skimmer, however, the flight pattern and diagonal abdominal markings leads me to call this a female Common Whitetail. I've seen males around the yard.
Photographed
Initially thought this was a 12-spotted Skimmer, however, the flight pattern and diagonal abdominal markings leads me to call this a female Common Whitetail. I've seen males around the yard.