Rhionaeschna multicolor
(Hagen, 1861)
Blue-eyed Darner
Rhionaeschna multicolor, commonly known as the Blue-eyed Darner, is a large in the Aeshnidae. The is distinguished by its striking blue and multicolored thoracic patterning. It occurs across much of western North America and extends south into Middle America. are strong fliers often observed patrolling over water bodies.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rhionaeschna multicolor: /ɹaɪoʊˈnɛsknə ˌmʌltɪˈkoʊlɚ/
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Distribution
Present in Middle America and North America. Records span from western Canada through the western United States to Mexico.
Similar Taxa
- Aeshna interruptaSimilar large darner ; distinguished by color and thoracic patterning
- Aeshna palmataOverlapping range in western North America; requires close examination of abdominal markings for separation
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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