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Wandering Glider - Pantala flavescens

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County Records
Wandering Glider - Pantala flavescens male dorsal

Size: 1.9 in.

This dragonfly is found worldwide and may consequently be found anywhere in the state. Although it may be seen anywhere around water, it is often seen far from water and may be commonly found in urban parking lots checking the reflection from automobiles for potential breeding sites.

Species Status

Global: G5

State: S4

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Wandering Glider - lateral
lateral
FLIGHT SEASON
JAN FEB MAR
            
APR MAY JUN
            
JUL AUG SEP
            
OCT NOV DEC
            

Early Date: 6/22

Late Date: 10/1

Key to Flight Season Calendar
Rare
Abundance Scale
Abundant
 

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