A common large damselfly found along shady streams. Males have entirely black wings.

Moore Co., NC 6/10/06.

Females have white stigmas.

Moore Co., NC 7/1/07.

Wilkes Co., NC 6/15/08.

Male, Galax, VA 6/14/03.

Female, Moore Co. NC 6/18/05.

This photo is a bit overflashed, but highlights the interestingly patterned leg bristles.

Moore Co. NC 6/18/05.

Male (left) and female (right) in a mating wheel.

Haywood Co., NC 6/13/09.