Russet-tipped Clubtail

About Russet-tipped Clubtail

A handsome clubtail with orange-brown wingtips and a distinctly widened club-shaped abdomen. It flies late in the season along rivers in the southern US.

How to Identify Russet-tipped Clubtail

Russet-tipped Clubtail (Stylurus plagiatus) belongs to the order Odonata, family Gomphidae. Adults typically measure 50-58 mm.

Russet-tipped Clubtail Habitat

Russet-tipped Clubtail is found in rivers & streams habitats, particularly across North America, Central America. This species has adapted to thrive in its preferred environment, where it can find suitable food sources and shelter.

Russet-tipped Clubtail Diet and Feeding

Russet-tipped Clubtail has an omnivorous diet, feeding on both plant and animal matter. This dietary flexibility allows it to exploit a wide range of food sources in its environment.

Where Is Russet-tipped Clubtail Found?

Russet-tipped Clubtail can be found in North America, Central America, where it inhabits rivers & streams environments. Its distribution is influenced by climate, food availability, and habitat suitability.

Is Russet-tipped Clubtail Dangerous?

Russet-tipped Clubtail is generally harmless to humans. It does not bite or sting and poses no significant health risk. Like most insects, it prefers to avoid human contact and will typically flee rather than confront a perceived threat.

Russet-tipped Clubtail Role in Nature

Russet-tipped Clubtail plays a role in its ecosystem as part of the food web, serving as both consumer and prey. Insects like Russet-tipped Clubtail are a vital food source for birds, bats, and other wildlife, and contribute to the overall health and balance of their environment.

Seasonal Activity