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Great Blue Skimmer

Libellula vibrans

Description:

Large blue member of the skimmers with a body that varies from 3/4 - 2 1/2 inches. Wings are mostly transparent witha few black marks on the membrane.

Habitat:

Generally found around small to large bodies of water including small streams.

Notes:

Brightly colored blue dragonfly.

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TamLar
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TamLar

Bloomington, Illinois, USA

Spotted on Jun 8, 2012
Submitted on Jun 13, 2012

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