The Roseate Skimmer (Orthemis ferruginea) is a large skimmer found around quiet waters such as ponds, lakes, and ditches. It is native to the Americas with distribution from Canada to Brazil. The dragonfly is about two inches long and has a wing span up to 1 3/4 inches. Female skimmers are golden brown or yellow but can look more like the brightly colored males, pictured here, in sunlight. Males vigorously defend their territory.
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