Insect · GBIF taxon 1427889
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Libellula pulchellaTwelve-spotted Skimmers are large active dragonflies with three dark patches on each of four clear wings. Mature males add broad white patches between the dark marks and develop a powdery pale abdomen.
dragonflywetlandwing-spotted
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- mosquitoes
- midges
- small flies
Predators
- birds
- frogs
- larger dragonflies
ThreatsWetland drainage, polluted water, shoreline clearing, and pesticide exposure
HabitatsPonds, marshes, lakes, and slow water with sunny open margins
Life spanAquatic nymphs develop for one to two years; adults live for several weeks
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyLibellulidae
- SpeciesLibellula pulchella
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- They do not sting and normally fly away when approached.
Responsible observation
- Identify: Count three dark spots per wing and check males for white patches.
- Watch: Follow patrol routes to a repeated sunny perch near water.
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