Rhionaeschna species were formerly considered part of Aeshna.

Conboy Lake NWR, Glenwood, Washington

Conboy Lake NWR, Glenwood, Washington

Near Sevenmile Guard Station, Fort Klamath, Oregon
My wife observed a Common Green Darner attack this California Darner, drag it to the ground, and partially eat it. Note that the first thorax stripe is pointed at the top and both stripes are bordered in black. Also note the simple paddle-shaped appendage compared to that of other darners.