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Pachydiplax longipennis
he Blue dasher (Pachydiplax longipennis) is a dragonfly of the skimmer family. Females (like this spotting) have a short abdomen that makes the wings appear longer in comparison. Females are recognized by the narrow yellow parallel stripes on the abdomen. Both sexes have an amber patch at the base of each hindwing. Size is 25-43 mm.
This one was observed at constructed wetlands at the Phinizy Swamp Nature Park near Augusta (Richmond County), GA.
Other common names include Swift Long-winged Skimmer (apparently labeled as such in the Audubon Field Guide) and Blue Pirate (according to Needham, Westfall, and May).
Spotted on Apr 5, 2014
Submitted on Jan 2, 2015
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