Green-Eyed Hawker

Freshwater Habitats

To locate the different stages of green-Eyed Hawker, begin by searching around freshwater sources, as eggs are laid in water. The aquatic naiad stage, or naiad, can be found among submerged vegetation or debris at pond bottoms or slow-moving streams, where they spend one to several years before emerging. For the adult stage, venture near the edges of ponds, lakes, or swamps, particularly in areas with abundant plant life. Adults are strong fliers and can be found patrolling or perching on vegetation, often in sunny spots to regulate their body temperature. Searching requires patience, particularly at dawn or dusk when adults are most active.

The best time to find adult green-Eyed Hawker is during warm days with little wind when they are most active. For naiads, the timing is less critical, but searching during daylight hours when the water temperatures are warmer may yield better results.

Sunny and calm weather conditions are preferable for finding green-Eyed Hawker, as they are less active in cold or rainy weather. Adult green-Eyed Hawker require warmth for flight, while naiads are aquatic and generally less affected by weather changes above the surface.