The Hine's emerald dragonfly is proposed to be listed as an endangered species. Endangered species are animals and plants that are in danger of becoming extinct. Threatened species are animals and plants that are likely to become endangered in the foresee able future. Identifying, protecting, and restoring endangered and threatened species is the primary objective of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's endangered species program.
Dragonflies play an important role in nature.
They catch and eat smaller flying insects, including mosquitoes, biting flies, and gnats. They serve as excellent water quality watchdogs, are part of our nation's natural heritage, and add beauty to our world. The Hine's emerald dragonfly is also known as the Ohio emerald dragonfly or Hine's bog skimmer. This dragonfly has bright emerald-green eyes and a metallic green body, with yellow stripes on its sides. Range Historically, the Hine's emerald dragonfly was found only in Ohio and Indiana and probably has disappeared from those states.