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Libellula forensis - male
Copyright © 2007 Hartmut Wisch

Libellula forensis - Male
Washington Park Arboretum, Seattle, King County, Washington, USA
August 12, 2007
Though this species may be basic to 'Ode' watchers, this was my first live one. The pale lateral spots don't seem to be visible on all males.

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Libellula forensis - male Libellula forensis - male
Contributed by Hartmut Wisch on 17 August, 2007 - 5:52pm

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