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Common lesser brown-tail

Paragomphus genei

A species of Hooktails, Also known as Common hooktail

Paragomphus genei (Common Hooktail) is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphidae.

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Attributes of Common lesser brown-tail
Habitat
It is found in Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and possibly Burundi. Also lives in the south of Iberian Peninsula in Europe.
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects such as mosquitoes, flies, smaller dragonflies, moths, butterflies
Larva Food Source
Aquatic insect larvae, small fish, tadpoles, zooplankton, small crustaceans
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Common lesser brown-tail
Egg Laid in water or on vegetation near water, the eggs of common lesser brown-tail are small and laid in clutches. They often change color as they near hatching, which takes a few weeks to several months.
Naiad Upon hatching, the naiad of common lesser brown-tail starts as an aquatic predator, hunting small organisms. Its color and shape blend with the surroundings, undergoing molts to increase in size, while its morphology changes incrementally.
Subimago Transitioning from naiad to adult, the common lesser brown-tail climbs out of the water onto a plant or rock. Its exoskeleton splits, revealing the adult form gradually, a process taking several hours.
Adult Emerging from the exuviae, the adult common lesser brown-tail’s development is marked by elongated bodies and wings. The coloration is often vibrant, and the wings harden for flight. Adults are terrestrial and focus on reproduction.
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Predators of Common lesser brown-tail Larvae
Fish, tadpoles, aquatic beetles, backswimmers, water scorpions, newts
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Predators of Adult Common lesser brown-tail
Birds, spiders, robber flies, frogs, lizards
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Scientific Classification of Common lesser brown-tail
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Bugs
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Odes
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Clubtails
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Tips for Finding Common lesser brown-tail
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How Can You Attract Common lesser brown-tail
Adult common lesser brown-tail may be attracted to traps baited with artificial lures mimicking their prey, but ensuring proper identification and minimal impact on the population is important.
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Habitat Preferences of Common lesser brown-tail Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of common lesser brown-tail are laid in water or on vegetation near water sources, often rivers or streams with a gentle flow. naiads, or naiads, inhabit the benthic zone of these freshwater environments, clinging to submerged rocks, debris, or aquatic plants, avoiding strong currents. As they develop, the habitat selection can vary slightly depending on the availability of prey and shelter. Mature naiads will migrate to the shore to emerge into adult dragonflies. The adult common lesser brown-tail, after eclosion, typically seeks out areas with ample perching opportunities such as reeds or twigs near water where they can hunt for flying insects and also partake in mating activities. To look for these stages, one would search along rivers and streams, inspecting both the water and the riparian vegetation.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Common lesser brown-tail
For adult common lesser brown-tail, the best time to find them is typically on warm, sunny days when they are most active. During the naiad stage, common lesser brown-tail can be found throughout the day submerged in water bodies.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Common lesser brown-tail
Warm weather with little wind is ideal for spotting adult common lesser brown-tail, as they are more active in these conditions, while the aquatic naiads stages are less affected by weather above surface.
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How and Where Can You Find Common lesser brown-tail at Different Life Stages
Egg Common lesser brown-tail eggs are typically laid on vegetation near or in water. To find them, carefully inspect the stems and leaves of plants in or around the water's edge.
Naiad Common lesser brown-tail naiads are aquatic and can be located by gently sifting through pond sediment or inspecting underwater plants and debris in still or slow-moving water.
Adult Common lesser brown-tail in the process of emergence can often be found on vegetation or stones near water bodies during early morning hours. Look for cast-off exoskeletons as indicators of their emergence spots.
Adult common lesser brown-tail are typically observed near bodies of water, where they hunt for food and mate. They can be found perched on vegetation or patrolling the area. Observing them during mid-morning to afternoon when they are most active increases chances of detection.
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Beneficial Effects of Common lesser brown-tail
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Stage
Adults, Naiads
Diets
Mosquitoes, Aquatic Insects
Common lesser brown-tail is a skillful hunter, both in its aquatic naiad stage and as a flying adult. In water, naiads move stealthily, using their extendable mouthparts to snatch mosquito larvae and other insects. As adults, they snatch flying insects mid-air. Their predatory habits help control pest populations, making them nature's tiny avengers.
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