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Argia moesta immature male

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Field Notes

Description:

The male is a dark-colored damselfly that develops extensive pruinosity as it matures. (Pruinosity is a waxy, light-colored substance that builds up on a damselfly's body, obscuring whatever coloration lies beneath.)

Habitat:

Wildlife habitat yard.

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PublishedJuly 12, 2013

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