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Scarce Chaser

Libellula fulva

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A medium-sized dragonfly where mature males develop a powdery blue abdomen. It is associated with clean, slow-flowing rivers with abundant marginal vegetation.

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Did You Know?

Despite its name, the scarce chaser has become increasingly common in parts of Europe as water quality in rivers has improved.