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Blue Dasher

Pachydiplax longipennis

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

Stout, mostly blue dragonfly. Thorax has pale yellowish-green sides with three brown stripes. Face is mostly white. Wings are clear to slightly smoky.

Habitat:

I spotted this dragonfly on its perch next to a pond. I got within a foot of it, yet it did not budge - totally unwilling to give up its favorite, special spot.

Reference Links:

Species Pachydiplax longipennis - Blue Dasher - BugGuide.Net

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