Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

One of our smallest dragonfly species, Eastern Amberwing is common in North Carolina. The wings of males are a beautiful amber color.

Durham Co., NC 8/16/09.

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

The wings of females are more see-through.

Durham Co., NC 6/27/2009.

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

Durham Co., NC 6/27/2009.

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

Durham Co., NC 6/27/2009.

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

Durham Co., NC 8/10/08.

Eastern Amberwing (Perithemis tenera)

Durham Co., NC 8/17/02.

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