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Evening Skimmer

 

genus:  Tholymis

Evening Skimmer

One species of this genus occurs in North America. Evening Skimmers are quite similar in appearance to the Shadowdragons.  Our species has a long tapered abdomen. The hind-wing and forewing may have large amber spot, and the forewing is much smaller than the hind-wing.  Eyes are large and appear gray to olive green in coloration.  Legs are long and thin.

Inhabits ponds, brackish waters, lakes and ditches.

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