John Reaume
On a beautiful Saturday 3 brave souls contributed to the genetic diversity of the local deer fly population on our 6th annual hunt for dragonflies! This time at Luther Marsh we explored the trails surrounding the main entrance to this conservation area that is the headwaters to the Grand River. We did quite well by finding 16 different species of Odonates including a “Life” dragonfly for the leader – the Lilypad Clubtail! Sitings included:
Dot-tailed Whiteface
Marsh Bluet
Widow Skimmer
Twelve-spotted Skimmer
Chalk-fronted Corporal
Meadowhawk sp. (?probably Ruby Meadowhawk)
Eastern Pondhawk
Lilypad Clubtail
Northern Spreadwing
Canada Darner
Common Whitetail
Frosted Whiteface
Familiar Bluet
Eastern Forktail
Calico Pennant
Halloween Pennant
In addition to the dragonflies we had a chance to admire many early summer wildflowers such as Birdfoot Trefoil, Square-stemmed Monkey Flower, Queen Annes Lace, Heal All, Buttercups, Herb Robert and Chicory. Check out our website to see some of Jerry Asling’s photos in the Gallery section!
