Insect Data

Names and Taxonomy

  • Common Names: Mexican Amberwing
  • Synonyms:
  • Order: Odonata (Dragonflies, and Damselflies)
  • Family: Libellulidae (Skimmers)
  • Genus Information: 1 species in NV, 1 in CA, 4 in US

Distribution

  • Distribution: AZ, CA, NV, NM, Mexico
  • Seen: Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
  • Habitat: ponds, ditches, and other still or slow-moving water bodies, especially in semi-arid regions
  • Food: small, flying insects

Photographs

Mexican Amberwing (Perithemis intensa)

Male, Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve

Mexican Amberwing (Perithemis intensa)

Female, Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve