The red-mantled saddlebags or red saddlebags (''Tramea onusta'') is a species of
skimmer dragonfly found throughout the eastern United States. It has translucent wings with red veins, and has characteristic dark red blotches at their proximal base, which makes the dragonfly look as if it is carrying
saddlebag
Saddlebags are bags that are attached to saddles.
Horse riding
In horse riding, saddlebags sit in various positions, on the back, side, or front of the saddle. Most attach to the saddle by straps and ties. They can be made from various material ...
s when flying. The last two bands and the
cerci of these dragonflies are black.
While male red-mantled saddlebags have a distinct red body, females will typically have light brown or pale orange bodies, as well as lighter white and brown eyes.
References
External links
Red saddlebags at EOL
Libellulidae
Insects described in 1861
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