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Neon Skimmer

Libellula croceipennis

Photo by joanbstanley
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33.0943, -97.0774

Field Notes

Description:

Similar to Flame Skimmer, but thorax and abdomen bright red, wings not as broadly amber/brown streaked. (Amber wash on wings does not extend beyond the nodus)

Habitat:

Edge of woods bordering on grassy area. A small stream flowed through the area.

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Neon Skimmer

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PublishedAugust 19, 2013

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