Blue Dasher Pachydiplax longipennis
Identification
This dragonfly has a blue male abdomen and striped thorax.
Location
Common statewide
Size
One to two inch body
Diet
It feeds on small insects.
Habitat
It occurs near ponds and marshes.
Activity Period
May to September
Behavior
It is agile and often perches on stems. It is active in warm months.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in summer.
Population
The population is stable statewide.
History
It has long been present in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.
Facts
It is known for its bright blue coloration.
Sources
ODNR academic sources
Insects | Ponds marshes lakes | Statewide