Hagenius brevistylus
(Dragonhunter)
Hagenius brevistylus is the largest clubtail in North America. It occurs throughout Alabama and Mississippi wherever suitable breeding habitat (flowing streams and rivers of all sizes) occurs. As the common name implies, this giant often feeds on other dragonflies.
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Hagenius brevistylus, male
ALABAMA, Calhoun County
Hagenius brevistylus, male
TENNESSEE, Lewis County
Hagenius brevistylus, nymph
ALABAMA, Bibb County
Hagenius brevistylus, male
(with Hetaerina americana prey)
ALABAMA, Bibb County
Hagenius brevistylus, female
ALABAMA, Bibb County