American Rubyspot Damselfly

The beautiful rubyspot damselfly is difficult to mistake for any other species in California with its brightly colored thorax, bright red spot at the base of the wings,and large size. While occasionally found at large lakes, its most typical habitat is a sunny riverbank. The American Rubyspot is common along rushing streams. You will find American Rubyspots perched on plants along the bank, or on emergent rocks in the river itself.