Familiar Bluet Damselfly
Enallagma civile
OrderOdonata
FamilyCoenagrionidae
HabitatPonds, lakes, and slow streams with vegetated margins
SeasonSpring through fall; one of the most widespread damselflies in Texas
LocationBob Wentz Windy Point, Travis County, Texas
Size1.3�1.5 in (33�39 mm) long
DietSmall flying insects such as gnats and mosquitoes, caught in flight
ConservationLeast Concern
CameraNikon Z9Lens400mmAperturef/9Shutter1/400ISO800
Found this beauty while hiking around and viewing some birds on the point.
About the Familiar Bluet Damselfly
A common pond damselfly. Mature males are bright blue with black markings. One of the most widespread and frequently encountered bluets across Texas, active from spring into late fall around still and slow-moving water.
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