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May 26, 2018 — Chippewa County

Creek north of Middle School

Common Green Darner (Anax junius)
Photographed
At least one patrolling the creek at all times. One ovipositing pair.
Photo of Common Green Darner
Photo of Common Green Darner
Twelve-spotted Skimmer (Libellula pulchella)
Photographed
A few males constantly patrolling creek. One female several feet up in a tree.
Photo of Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Photo of Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Beaverpond Baskettail (Epitheca canis)
Netted and released
Several males patrolling creek. Netted and released four.
Photo of Beaverpond Baskettail
Common Baskettail (Epitheca cynosura)
Netted and released
A few in trees. Netted and released a female.
Photo of Common Baskettail
Photo of Common Baskettail
River Jewelwing (Calopteryx aequabilis)
Photographed
One female about 7:15 pm. Submitted as ebony jewelwing, changed by RBD.
Photo of River Jewelwing
Eastern Forktail (Ischnura verticalis)
Photographed
A few at a wider section of the creek (almost pond-like), near the road.
Photo of Eastern Forktail