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Spreadwings

Spreadwings

Genus:  Lestes

Spreadwings

Most species are medium to large in size, slender with elongate abdomens, Individuals become pruinose on the thorax. Their eyes are usually blue. In some species there may be an amber tint to the wings.

Females appear somewhat dull with a bronze or metallic green on the upper surfaces, and yellow or pale green below.

These damselflies are found at ponds or marshes with emergent vegetation.

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