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Common Blue Jewel
Scientific name: Heliocypha perforata
Habitat: fast-flowing stream
Body length: 28-31 mm
Distribution in Hong Kong: Widespread, e.g. Bride’s Pool, Wu Kau Tang, Tai Po Kau, Mui Wo
Flight period in Hong Kong: March to November
Identification features:
1. Clypeus protruding
2. Abdomen shorter than wings
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