Sympetrum rubicundulum

Sympetrum rubicundulum, commonly known as the ruby meadowhawk, is a species of dragonfly of the family Libellulidae. It is found in northern United States and southern Ontario, Canada. Adult males are identifiable by a distinctive orange to brown face and red bodies. Females faces have same colours as males; bodies are brown to dark-red.

Similar species

 * Sympetrum internum – cherry-faced meadowhawk
 * Sympetrum obtrusum – white-faced meadowhawk
 * Sympetrum costiferum - saffron-winged meadowhawk