Image of Macromia annulata Hagen 1861

Description:

Found two more of these this morning. Saw several flying, but found these two perching about 5-6' off the ground in Giant Ragweeds that border grassy areas in the park right now. First one was photographed and then hand caught for detail photos. I was amazed at how far out their mouthparts protrude! It was not terribly excited to be caught. :-) Second one (last two of 8 photos) was not caught.