October 7, 2020 — Ozaukee County
Upper Lake Park, Port Washington.
Common Green Darner (Anax junius)
Photographed
Unusual swarm activity with some flying low and perching on the grass for several minutes at a time. When flushed they'd often resume flight and clear the tree line rather than perching again.
Green-striped Darner (
Aeshna verticalis)
Photographed
One female seen perched in the grass and at least one male seen feeding in flight.
Autumn Meadowhawk (
Sympetrum vicinum)
Photographed
Several - individuals and tandem pairs.
Black Saddlebags (Tramea lacerata)
Observed
Only one seen among other Common Green Darners in flight.
Familiar Bluet (
Enallagma civile)
Photographed
One female perched on a leaf.