Why the Jack Horntip is Such a Cool Stream Find
If you're hanging out by a clear, rocky stream in the Northeast, you might be lucky enough to spot a jack horntip zip past your head. Most people don't think twice about dragonflies beyond them being "neat bugs," but this specific species—scientifically known as Ophiogomphus mainensis—is a bit of a celebrity among nature photographers and stream-watchers. It's part of the clubtail family, which is already a group of dragonflies that looks like they've been designed by someone with a love for bold patterns and weird tail shapes. ...