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Emerald Damselfly, male

Lestes sponsa

Photo by CynthiaMHori
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44.0944, -121.201

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Description:

Like the other members of the Lestes genus both sexes of L. dryas have largely metallic green bodies with a bronze iridescence. They usually rest with their wings half spread.

Notes:

not sure if the species is the correct one

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