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American Rubyspot

Hetaerina americana

Description:

A small damselfly with deep red spots on the wings.

Habitat:

Along the river's edge, perching on willows, etc.

Notes:

This species flies by flapping several times, then coasting with wings shut. It seems to stay right along the river's edge.

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Graham Monroe
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Graham Monroe

New Mexico, USA

Spotted on Jul 9, 2015
Submitted on Jul 9, 2015

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