Orthetrum caledonicum

Blue Skimmer at Forde, ACT

Orthetrum caledonicum at Forde, ACT - 15 Nov 2016
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Identification history

Orthetrum caledonicum 16 Nov 2016 HarveyPerkins
Orthetrum caledonicum 16 Nov 2016 JohnBundock

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  • 5 Abundance
  • 15 Nov 2016 12:12 PM Recorded on
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