Hudsonian whiteface

The Hudsonian whiteface (Leucorrhinia hudsonica) is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae.

The Hudsonian whiteface is found in an area stretching from Alaska to Labrador[1] and from the Hudson Bay to northern West Virginia.

[3] Hudsonian whitefaces are usually found at vegetated ponds, sloughs, sand-bottom lakes, bogs, and fens.

Many records of this species is sparse, adults are believed to fly from late May to mid-August.

Hudsonian whitefaces have been known to swarm over sphagnum bogs in the northern part of its range.

[3] The female lays her eggs by dipping the tip of her abdomen in the water while hovering above the surface.

Hudsonian whitefaces are similar to Sympetrum species in appearance and behavior in some cases.