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Libellula lydia
Mature males have a pruinose (whitish) tail and large black splotches on the wings (second photo). Females (first photo) have three black splotches on each wing and a darker tail. Adults average about 1.7 in in length.
These insects breed in wetlands and ponds, but often venture into upland areas to feed.
Spotted on Jul 20, 2013
Submitted on Aug 5, 2013
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