Progomphus Explained

Progomphus is a genus of medium-sized dragonflies in the family Gomphidae. They are found in the Americas and are largely tropical.^[1] They are one of the few Gomphids with coloured wings.

They are commonly called sanddragons. They are usually found on freshwater sandy beaches and pools.^[1]

The genus contains the following species:^[2]

References

• Dunkle, S.W., Dragonflies through Binoculars. Toronto:Oxford University Press, 2000.
• Progomphus, The Odonata - Dragonflies and Damselflies
• Progomphus, BugGuide

Notes and References

1. Book: Paulson, Dennis. Dragonflies and damselflies of the East. 2011. Princeton University Press. Princeton, N.J.. 9780691122830.
2. http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/classification/Progomphus.html Progomphus