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Black Saddlebags Dragonfly

Tramea lacerata

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

Seldom perches The dark splotches on the wings make it look like it has saddlebags.

Habitat:

In the center square park that has a large fountain. They breed in fish-free temporary or permanent ponds

Reference Links:

Black Saddlebags, Species Tramea lacerata - Black Saddlebags - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedJuly 21, 2014

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