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Great Blue Skimmer

Libellula vibrans

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38.7547, -77.1036

Field Notes

Description:

One of the largest Skimmers.

Habitat:

Seen in the marshy areas near the boardwalk at Huntley Meadows.

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Great Blue Skimmer

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Geodialist
I suggest you add this spotting to the Global Dragonflies & Damselflies mission too. http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/6524202

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Dragonflies and Damselflies of Huntley Meadows Park
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PublishedDecember 21, 2011

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