Dromogomphus Explained

Dromogomphus is a genus of dragonflies in the family Gomphidae. They are commonly known as spinylegs from the spines on their legs that help in the capture of prey.^[1]

Species

Listed alphabetically.^{[2] [3]}

• Dromogomphus armatus – southeastern spinyleg
• Dromogomphus spinosus – black-shouldered spinyleg
• Dromogomphus spoliatus – flag-tailed spinyleg

Notes and References

1. Mead, Kurt. (2009) Dragonflies of the North Woods. Duluth, MN:Kollath+Stensaas.
2. http://www.eol.org/pages/1034518 Dromogomphus
3. https://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=101730 Dromogomphus