Crimson-ringed Whiteface  (Leucorrhinia glacialis)

 

Length:

 

About 1.5 inches

 

Breeding habitat:  

 

Marshy ponds and lakes

 

Adult habitat:

 

Around marshy ponds and lakes, grassy/shrubby fields

 

Where they may be observed:

 

Small ponds in forests

 

Interesting Facts:

 

Immature phase shown.  In both males and females yellow coloration becomes crimson red at maturity.

The dragonfly in the photo is less than 12 hours after emergence.