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Common Whitetail Dragonfly (male)

Libellula lydia

Description:

The male's chunky white body (about 5 cm long), combined with the brownish-black bands on its otherwise translucent wings, give it a checkered look.

Habitat:

This is a city maintained retention pond that is stocked for local fishing.

Notes:

Took the photo of the female yesterday. Finally got a male to stay still today.

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gatorfellows
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gatorfellows

Denton, Texas, USA

Spotted on Jun 2, 2012
Submitted on Jun 2, 2012

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