May 31, 2024 — Chippewa County
Island between Old Abe Lake and the Chippewa River. Accessed by crossing old bridge, first right turn north of CTH Y on Hwy 178. [11:30-13:30, cloudy with brief periods of partial sun, 65F]
Cobra Clubtail (
Gomphurus vastus)
Photographed
At least five observed, all female. Other dragonflies on the wing appeared to be clubtails.
Ebony Jewelwing (
Calopteryx maculata)
Photographed
Three
Aurora Damsel (
Chromagrion conditum)
Photographed
Two
Common Whitetail (Plathemis lydia)
Observed
Two