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Sympetrum
This is one of the meadowhawks, genus Sympetrum. Unfortunately, this is a common but confusing group that requires a hand lens examination of genetalia for ID confirmation. However, in Vermont, since it has black legs and no other unique features, chances are 99% that it is Sympetrum internum, or Cherry-faced meadowhawk.
Meadow
Spotted on Aug 9, 2013
Submitted on Aug 9, 2013
![[Sympetrum fonscolombii]](https://lh4.ggpht.com/jL2Mu9wH0iczRaz6W0S0c0HAVr_YLXSKhfRw1MA5-vJn2mzQTaOO8U7YG6EtZN_s3jZSH5QfB8V171gVaik=s62-c)
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Perhaps this page can help you find the ID: http://campus.greenmtn.edu/dept/NS/Drago...