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Libellula nodisticta

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Libellula nodisticta by Katlian
Order
Odonata
Family
Libellulidae
Genus
Libellula
Species
nodisticta

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Katlian

Carson City, NV (Zone 6b) | July 2010 | Positive
This dragonfly is very common around springs and streams throughout northern Nevada. They zealously guard their favorite perches on bare twigs. They may fly away when approached but if you stand still near a perch it will soon return.
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