Orange and Red Dragonflies

Ruby Meadowhawk

I became familiar with the Ruby Meadowhawk in August of 2009.  Recently, I caught glimpses of an orange dragonfly.  I finally got a closer look.

White-faced Meadowhawk

I did not think it could be a Ruby Meadowhawk because it was orange.  I was unsure about the color of the face, too.  Then I saw one, an orange one, which had red areas on the abdomen.

Ruby Meadowhawk

I am wondering, now, if the immature form is orange and switches to red as it matures.  I am currently functioning with that theory.

Ruby Meadowhawk

I am waiting to hear from Judy Semrock on this issue and will pass on any information.

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