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Common Name:  Darners

Description:   The darners are large, swift-flying dragonflies.   Their large compound eyes cover most of the head.   Most species are blue or green or a combination of blue and green. 

Spot ID Key Characters:

  1. Compound eyes meet on dorsal side of head
  2. Front and hind wings have similar triangles

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Order:  Odonata

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