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Boreal snaketail

Boreal snaketail

Ophiogomphus colubrinus

A species of Snaketails

Ophiogomphus colubrinus, the boreal snaketail, is a species of clubtail in the dragonfly family Gomphidae. It is found in North America. The IUCN conservation status of Ophiogomphus colubrinus is "LC", least concern, with no immediate threat to the species' survival. The population is stable. The IUCN status was reviewed in 2017.

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Attributes of Boreal snaketail
Colors
Brown
Black
Green
Cream
Habitat
warm stream flowing out of forest lake; sand; gravel; stream bottom; ground; streamside vegetation
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, mosquitoes, flies, moths, mayflies
Larva Food Source
Aquatic insect larvae, small fish, tadpoles, zooplankton, other small aquatic organisms
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Boreal snaketail is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Boreal snaketail
Stable population; not threatened
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Distribution Area of Boreal snaketail
North America
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Life Cycle of Boreal snaketail
Egg The egg boreal snaketail is typically laid in or near water. The eggs are small and may be colored or camouflaged to blend in with the aquatic vegetation.
Naiad The naiad of boreal snaketail closely resembles the adult but is smaller, lacks wings, and has external gills for aquatic respiration. It undergoes several molts, increasing in size with each one.
Adult Emerging from the final molt, the adult boreal snaketail's wings are fully developed for flight. Its body is elongated, exhibiting distinct coloration and sexual dimorphism. Focus shifts to mating and laying eggs.
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Predators of Boreal snaketail Larvae
Fish, tadpoles, water beetles, salamanders, backswimmers
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Predators of Adult Boreal snaketail
Birds, spiders, frogs, wasps, other dragonflies
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Scientific Classification of Boreal snaketail
Class
Bugs
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Order
Odes
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Family
Clubtails
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Youth Habitat of Boreal snaketail
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Boreal snaketail
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats
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How Can You Attract Boreal snaketail
Adult boreal snaketail do not require food to be trapped as they are most often observed and collected while they are resting or perched. However, during their naiad stage, they are aquatic predators, so using small aquatic creatures as bait in appropriate traps could be a method for capturing them for study.
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Habitat Preferences of Boreal snaketail Through Different Life Stages
The naiads of boreal snaketail reside in clean, flowing rivers or streams, often hiding beneath rocks or within the sediment. Searching for the aquatic naiads of boreal snaketail thus involves sifting through the substrate or inspecting under stones in lotic waters. Adults, undergoing a complete metamorphosis, are commonly found near similar water bodies, but more so along banks with abundant vegetation. To spot the mature boreal snaketail, one should scan the areas around rivers or creeks with sufficient tree cover that can serve as perching sites. While naiads are bound to aquatic habitats, adults are often found patrolling for mates or hunting in sunny clearings adjacent to their naiad streams.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Boreal snaketail
For adult boreal snaketail, the best time to find them is usually on warm, sunny days when they are most active, typically from late morning to mid-afternoon. The naiad stage of boreal snaketail can be found throughout the year in water bodies but are more easily observed during warmer months when water levels are lower.
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Stage
Adults, Naiads
Purpose
Feed Itself
Boreal snaketail is an adept predator both in its aquatic naiad stage and as a flying adult. In its naiad form, it ambushes prey in water, while adults capture prey mid-flight. Known for their keen hunting abilities, they play a crucial role in controlling mosquito populations, eagerly devouring these pests which are abundant in their habitats.
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