Range & Habitat:

Found in the northern tier of states plus an interesting record in Burlington County from 1946

Typically found near boggy lakes and ponds.

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male lateral

female dorsal

Description:

Very small.

Mature males are back with a bit of pruinosity (frosting?) at the base of the abdomen.  They resemble a small stocky Belted Whiteface but generally the white does not extend as far along the abdomen and they lack red between the wings.

Females have a row of yellow spots on the top of the abdomen, becoming gradually thinner to a fine line on S7.  Female's wings usually show black and amber streaks at the base.

Conservation Status:

Global: G5 - Secure globally, but possibly rare in parts of its range

Flight season:

Early Date: 5/10
Late Date: 7/27

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