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Pacific forktail

Pacific forktail

Ischnura cervula

A species of Forktails

The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1876 by Selys.

General Info About Pacific forktail
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Attributes of Pacific forktail
Colors
Black
Cyan
Habitat
marshy edge of lake, pond, and stream
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, such as mosquitoes, flies, moths, mayflies, and smaller flying prey
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Pacific forktail is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
The Pacific forktail typically preys on other arthropods and does not directly affect plants.
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Pacific forktail
It is found in Central America and North America.
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Distribution Area of Pacific forktail
Central America, North America
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Predators of Pacific forktail Larvae
Aquatic beetles, fish, tadpoles, water bugs, other dragonfly larvae
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Predators of Adult Pacific forktail
Birds, spiders, frogs, wasps, larger dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Pacific forktail
The pacific forktail navigates using polarized light, a unique ability that assists it during flight over water bodies to detect prey or mates.
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Scientific Classification of Pacific forktail
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Adult Habitat of Pacific forktail
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats, Grasslands and Prairies, Savannas, Mangroves and Coastal Wetlands
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Habitat Preferences of Pacific forktail Through Different Life Stages
Pacific forktail naiads, known as naiads, are aquatic predators typically inhabiting slow-moving freshwater environments like ponds, marshes, and ditches rich in vegetation. This offers them ample cover and food sources. For adult pacific forktail, look towards the edges of these same water bodies, where vegetation is dense. Adults often perch on plant stems and leaves, basking in the sun or waiting to catch prey. Search in habitats with suitable climate conditions of temperate to subtropical regions during their active flying season to find them.
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Beneficial Effects of Pacific forktail
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Mosquitoes, Flies
Pacific forktail are exceptional hunters both in their naiad and adult stages. As a naiad, they ambush or actively pursue prey in aquatic habitats. Adults are aerial foragers, catching prey mid-flight. Pacific forktail primarily consumes pests such as mosquitoes, ensuring a check on their population. This dietary habit is vital for maintaining ecological balance and human welfare.
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