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Widow Skimmer

Libellula luctuosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Odonata ›Family: Libellulidae ›Genus: Libellula

About

Widow Skimmer (Libellula luctuosa) is one of the group of dragonflies known as king skimmers. The nymphs live in the water, molting and growing until they are ready to emerge from the water and then molting a final time to reveal their wings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Widow Skimmer?
The scientific name of Widow Skimmer is Libellula luctuosa.
What kingdom does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the order Odonata.
What family does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the family Libellulidae.
What genus does Widow Skimmer belong to?
Widow Skimmer belongs to the genus Libellula.