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Amber-winged Spreadwing - Lestes eurinus

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County Records
Amber-winged Spreadwing - Lestes eurinus male dorsal

Size: 1.8 - 2.1 in.

Uncommon in shallow ponds and wetlands at scattered sites in the state. This is an eastern species which may reach the edge of its range in Iowa.

Species Status

Global: G4

State: S3

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Amber-winged Spreadwing - Lestes eurinus male lateral
male lateral
FLIGHT SEASON
JAN FEB MAR
            
APR MAY JUN
            
JUL AUG SEP
            
OCT NOV DEC
            

Early Date: 6/10

Late Date: 8/12

Key to Flight Season Calendar
Rare
Abundance Scale
Abundant
 

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