Epiaeschna heros
(Fabricius, 1798)
Swamp Darner
Epiaeschna heros, the swamp darner, is a large in the Aeshnidae. It is the sole extant in the Epiaeschna, a lineage with a notably broader fossil distribution in Eurasia during the mid-Cenozoic. The species occurs in eastern North America and the Caribbean, where are active during warmer months. The IUCN lists it as Least Concern with a stable .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epiaeschna heros: /ˌɛpiˈɛsknə ˈhɛroʊs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Images
Distribution
Eastern North America and the Caribbean Sea. Records include the United States (including Vermont) and Caribbean regions.
Diet
Has been observed feeding on Solenopsis invicta () during .