Green Nature

Four-spotted Pennant

picture of a Four-spotted Pennant dragonfly

The single spot on each wing along with white stigmas serve as the most useful field ID clues for the Four-spotted Pennant (Brachymesia gravida).

A side view will also show a dark two-toned pattern along the abdomen.

Ponds, lakes and slow moving water areas of the Southeast are their preferred habitat, where they fly spring through fall.

© 2009 Patricia A. Michaels