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Cherry-faced Meadowhawk Dragonflies

Sympetrum

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Field Notes

Description:

This is one of the meadowhawks, genus Sympetrum. Unfortunately, this is a common but confusing group that requires a hand lens examination of genetalia for ID confirmation. However, in Vermont, since it has black legs and no other unique features, chances are 99% that it is Sympetrum internum, or Cherry-faced meadowhawk.

Habitat:

Meadow

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (1)
Maria dB
Perhaps this page can help you find the ID: http://campus.greenmtn.edu/dept/NS/Dragonfly/
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PublishedAugust 9, 2013

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