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 Three species are known to North America, the remaining
are Neotropical. These typically a small genus of tropical
skimmers which
are medium to large in size resembling some species of the genus Traumea,
but are smaller in size with shorter terminal abdominal appendages.
Each species has a band of brown or black across the base of a very long
and pointed broad hind-wing. This broadwing enables them to glide
for long periods of time, making it useful for long distance travel. The
legs are long and thin.
Pasture Gliders inhabit quiet waters with masses of
water lettuce or water hyacinth. They are likely to be seen flying
at dusk and dawn in swarms consisting of both sexes searching for food
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