Arigomphus submedianus

(Williamson, 1914)

Jade Clubtail

Arigomphus submedianus, the Jade Clubtail, is a medium-sized in the Gomphidae. measure 51–55 mm in total length. The is found in North America and is recognized by its greenish coloration and clubbed tip.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Arigomphus submedianus: /ˌæ.ɹiˈɡɑm.fəs ˌsʌb.miˈdiː.ə.nəs/

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Identification

Distinguished from other clubtails by its greenish body coloration. The combination of medium size (51–55 mm), green color, and clubbed tip separates it from other Arigomphus and similar gomphids.

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Appearance

Medium-sized with total length of 51–55 mm. Body coloration is predominantly green, giving rise to the "Jade Clubtail." terminates in a clubbed tip, characteristic of the Gomphidae.

Distribution

North America

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Gomphus submedianus by Williamson in 1914, later transferred to Arigomphus.

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