Libellula luctuosa

(Widow Skimmer)

Libellula luctuosa is a commonly encountered species across most of Alabama and Mississippi, except for the extreme southern portions of both states. It can be found around a variety of ponds, lakes, reservoirs, and sluggish rivers.

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Libellula luctuosa, male

ALABAMA, Bibb County


Libellula luctuosa, nymph

MISSISSIPPI, Tippah County


Libellula luctuosa, nymph

ALABAMA, Shelby County


Libellula luctuosa, female

ALABAMA, Bibb County


Libellula luctuosa, male

ALABAMA, Clay County


Libellula luctuosa, female

ALABAMA, Tuscaloosa County