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Blue Dasher

Pachydiplax longipennis

Description:

Male blue Dasher obelisking in late afternoon heat. Dragonflies use this position to reduce the heat gain while perching.

Habitat:

City maintained retention pond.

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joanbstanley
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joanbstanley

Denton, Texas, USA

Spotted on Sep 6, 2012
Submitted on Sep 13, 2012

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