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Twilight darner

Twilight darner

Gynacantha nervosa

A species of Two-spined darners

The species is on the Red List of the IUCN as not endangered, year of assessment 2007, the trend of the population is stable according to the IUCN.

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Attributes of Twilight darner
Colors
Brown
Green
Habitat
pool
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, mosquitoes, flies, moths, butterflies
Larva Food Source
Aquatic invertebrates, mosquito larvae, small fish, tadpoles, other insect larvae
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
The Twilight darner typically preys on other arthropods and does not directly affect plants.
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Twilight darner
Egg The eggs of twilight darner are typically laid on aquatic vegetation. These eggs are small and may be color-matched with the environment to avoid predation. Inside, the embryo develops until ready to hatch.
Naiad Once hatched, the naiad of twilight darner lives an aquatic life. It molts several times, growing larger with each stage and developing features slowly over time. naiads are predatory, morphologically less distinct from adults, but lack wings.
Adult Transitioning to the adult stage, twilight darner emerges from the water. Its wings unfurl and harden, the exoskeleton gains its final form, and reproductive structures mature. Adults are larger, have distinct coloration for mating, and are highly mobile.
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Adult Size of Twilight darner
8 cm
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Predators of Twilight darner Larvae
Frogs and toads, aquatic beetles, fish, birds, other predatory insects
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Predators of Adult Twilight darner
Birds, bats, spiders, other larger dragonflies, frogs
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Interesting Facts About Twilight darner
When resting, twilight darner assumes a unique obelisk posture to regulate body temperature, a behavior called obelisking.
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Scientific Classification of Twilight darner
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How Can You Attract Twilight darner
The diet of twilight darner often consists of smaller insects, so any trapping method could include bait that attracts these prey insects.
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Habitat Preferences of Twilight darner Through Different Life Stages
The naiads of twilight darner are aquatic, inhabiting still or slow-moving bodies of water like ponds, marshes, and ditches rich in vegetation. When searching for naiads, one should inspect underwater plants and debris. The adults are commonly found in dense vegetation or forested areas near the water sources where they emerged. They are crepuscular, so would-be observers have better chances at dusk. To search for adults, visit forest edges or clearings near water at twilight, when they are most active, and look for them resting on leaves or flying in search of prey.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Twilight darner
The best time to find adult twilight darner is usually around dusk or dawn when they are most active. For naiads, they can often be found throughout the day in their aquatic habitats.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Twilight darner
Calm and warm weather with little wind is ideal for finding adult twilight darner, as they are more likely to be flying and hunting. For naiads, typical weather conditions of their aquatic environments are suitable.
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How and Where Can You Find Twilight darner at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of twilight darner are laid on or near water bodies. To find them, look for females depositing eggs at the water's edge or on aquatic vegetation.
Naiad Twilight darner naiads are aquatic and can be found in ponds, lakes, or slow-moving streams. Look for them by gently shifting through the substrate or inspecting aquatic plants.
Twilight darner naiads are larger and nearing the completion of their aquatic phase. They can often be found clinging to submerged objects or vegetation in the water. Try carefully lifting rocks and logs to observe them.
Adult During the emergence stage, twilight darner transforms from naiad to adult. This can be observed on plants or other structures near water bodies at dawn or dusk, as the adults emerge from their naiadal exoskeleton.
Adult twilight darner are aerial and can be found in the vicinity of water bodies where they hunt. Look for them flying above the water or resting on vegetation during the early morning or late evening hours.
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Mosquitoes, Flying Insects
Twilight darner is an aerial hunter, as a naiad in water, and as a flying adult. It is known for its agility and speed in capturing prey such as mosquitoes. This predatory behavior serves the primary purpose of feeding itself. Adults catch their prey in flight, often displaying impressive aerial acrobatics.
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