Erythrodiplax funerea is a species of dragonfly belonging to the family Libellulidae. It is commonly known as the black saddlebags dragonfly due to its distinctive black wings with a broad, dark band resembling a saddlebag. This insect is found in various habitats across North and Central America, where it can be seen flying swiftly and gracefully near bodies of water. It is a voracious predator, feeding on small insects and playing an important role in controlling populations of mosquitoes and other pests.