About Aeshna verticalis Hagen, 1861
This species, Aeshna verticalis Hagen, 1861, reaches a length of 7.6 cm (3 inches). It is similar to Aeshna canadensis, but all of its lateral thoracic stripes are green. Its structure is obtusely notched, with a wide dorsal posterior extension. Females of this species may have some green markings. The green-striped darner, the common name for this species, holds an IUCN conservation status of Least Concern, and its population is stable.