Phanogomphus descriptus
(Banks, 1896)
Harpoon Clubtail
Phanogomphus descriptus, commonly known as the harpoon clubtail, is a of clubtail in the Gomphidae. It was originally described by Banks in 1896 and was long classified under the Gomphus. Phylogenetic studies led to the elevation of Phanogomphus from subgenus to full genus rank. The species occurs in eastern North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phanogomphus descriptus: /fænoʊˈɡɑmfəs dɪˈskrɪptəs/
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Distribution
Eastern North America. Specific distribution records include Vermont, United States.
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Taxonomic History
Phanogomphus was formerly treated as a subgenus of Gomphus. Molecular phylogenetic studies resulted in its promotion to rank, and Phanogomphus descriptus was transferred accordingly.