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Blue Skimmer Dragonfly

Orthetrum caledonicum

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Description:

pale blue dragonfly about 45mm long with a dark tip on the abdomen. Wings transition from clear to smoky at the tips

Habitat:

Still or flowing fresh water bodies

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PublishedJanuary 12, 2016

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