Sympetrum
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Sympetrum semicinctum semicinctum
Sympetrum semicinctum semicinctum is a subspecies of meadowhawk dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. As a member of the genus Sympetrum, it shares characteristics typical of meadowhawks, including relatively small size and late-season flight activity. The nominate subspecies designation indicates this is the type subspecies of the species Sympetrum semicinctum. Like other Sympetrum species, it undergoes incomplete metamorphosis with aquatic nymphal stages and aerial adult predation.