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Sapphire Flutterer
Scientific name: Rhyothemis triangularis
Habitat: marsh, pond
Body length: 25-28 mm
Distribution in Hong Kong: Widespread, e.g. Tai Po Kau, Sham Tseng
Flight period in Hong Kong: April to September
Identification features (male):
1. Metallic blue spot on wingbase
Identification features (female):
1. Metallic black spot on wingbase
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