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Stream bluet

Stream bluet

Enallagma exsulans

A species of Bluets

Its length is 3 - 3.5 cm. In many species of damselflies the males have a blue tip to the abdomen. Enallagma exsulans is one of those less common cases where the female, too, has a blue abdominal tip.

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Attributes of Stream bluet
Colors
Black
Green
Blue
Habitat
stream; river; lakeshore
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, mosquitoes, flies, moths, mayflies
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Stream bluet is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
The Stream bluet typically preys on other arthropods and does not directly affect plants.
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Stream bluet
It ranges from eastern to central United States, including southeast Canada. It is common and widespread throughout Wisconsin.
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Distribution Area of Stream bluet
United States, Canada
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Predators of Stream bluet Larvae
Aquatic insects, fish, tadpoles, newts
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Predators of Adult Stream bluet
Birds, spiders, frogs, fish, water bugs, other larger dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Stream bluet
Stream bluet can stay underwater for prolonged periods by trapping air in their wings.
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Scientific Classification of Stream bluet
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Youth Habitat of Stream bluet
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Stream bluet
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Freshwater Habitats
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When is the Best Time to Observe Stream bluet
Stream bluet are most active and easiest to observe during warmer parts of the day, usually from late morning to late afternoon when they're flying and hunting.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Stream bluet
The best weather conditions for finding stream bluet are on warm, sunny days, as overcast or rainy days can lead to decreased activity and make them harder to spot.
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How and Where Can You Find Stream bluet at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of stream bluet are often laid on aquatic plants or directly in water. To find them, gently inspect the stems and leaves of plants in calm water bodies, such as ponds or lakesides.
Naiad Naiad stream bluet are aquatic and can be found in the same water bodies where eggs are laid. Searching for them involves gently stirring the sediment at the water's edge or examining submerged vegetation and debris.
Adult During emergence, stream bluet transition from naiads to adults. This usually occurs on vegetation near water bodies. To find stream bluet at this stage, search for them in the early morning on plants alongside the water where they climb to shed their naiadl skin.
Adult stream bluet are most often found flying around the edges of ponds, lakes, and streams, where they hunt for prey and mate. It's best to search for them by walking slowly and watching for their characteristic flight patterns over water or along sunlit clearings and paths.
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Mosquitoes, Aquatic Insects
Stream bluet, in both its adult and naiad stages, engages in predatory behavior primarily to sustain itself. Iit is particularly effective at hunting, with naiads preying on aquatic insects, including mosquito larvae, and adults catching various insects in flight. Their hunting method is both fascinating and efficient, involving swift and precise movements. Stream bluet's role as a natural pest controller is valuable for maintaining ecological balance.
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