Wisconsin Dragonflies and Damselflies

Welcome to the Wisconsin Odonata Survey!
The goal of this survey is to gain more knowledge about the distributions and habitat requirements of our 160+ species of dragonflies and damselflies (Order Odonata). In order for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) to protect the natural resources of the state, we need to know what habitats are critical, especially for rarer species. A number of our species are either rare or of a special concern, or are federally listed as threatened or endangered. In addition, many habitats have not been well surveyed. Within the last 15 years, two species new to science have been found in the state.

Citizen volunteers are needed because there are far too many habitats to check for the few professionals who work with Odonata. For more information on how you can participate, please refer to The Odonata Survey.

Odonate mosaic

The Odonata Survey The Odonata Survey
More information on how you can become involved Species Accounts Species Accounts
Information about species
Possible Species Possible Species
Species that may occur in Wisconsin Checklists of Species Checklists of Species
According to counties in Wisconsin
Most-Wanted Species "Most Wanted" Species
More information needed for these species Report What You Saw Report What You Saw
Report observations or collections
Links and Resources Links/Resources
Links, field guides, supply sources, and more! Search Reported Sightings Search Reported Sightings
Keep track of what species have been reported


For more information contact: Bob DuBois
Website constructed by Jill Rosenberg and Julie Pleski with assistance from Bob DuBois.
This site is produced in conjunction with the Wisconsin Aquatic and Terrestrial Resources Inventory and sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Beaver Creek Reserve in cooperation with many partners. The information presented on this site is subject to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Legal Notices, Disclaimers, and Terms of Use.