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Arroyo bluet

Arroyo bluet

Enallagma praevarum

A species of Bluets

The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1861 by Hagen.

General Info About Arroyo bluet
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Attributes of Arroyo bluet
Colors
Black
Blue
Habitat
stream or lake margin with emergent vegetation; pond; impoundment
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, mosquitoes, flies, moths, mayflies
Larva Food Source
Small fish, tadpoles, aquatic invertebrates, mosquito larvae, other small aquatic organisms
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Arroyo 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
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Species Status of Arroyo bluet
It is native to the western United States, south to southern Mexico.
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Distribution Area of Arroyo bluet
United States
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Life Cycle of Arroyo bluet
Egg The egg of arroyo bluet is laid in or near water bodies and is generally oval-shaped. It is usually dark and firm, and within it, the embryonic arroyo bluet begins its life, ending with the emergence of the nymph.
Naiad Arroyo bluet's naiad is aquatic and resembles the adult in basic structure but lacks wings. Its coloration is typically dull, serving as camouflage. The size increases with each molt, and it has developed mouthparts for predation.
Adult When mature, the adult arroyo bluet emerges from the naiad skin, showcasing a slender body with bright coloration. It has large, multifaceted eyes, two pairs of transparent wings, and a longer abdomen, adapting for flight and mating.
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Adult Size of Arroyo bluet
2.5 - 3.5 cm
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Interesting Facts About Arroyo bluet
The arroyo bluet can switch color from bright blue to dull brown, a rare talent in their order, aiding in temperature regulation and camouflage.
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Scientific Classification of Arroyo bluet
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Youth Habitat of Arroyo bluet
Freshwater Habitats
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Habitat Preferences of Arroyo bluet Through Different Life Stages
To observe arroyo bluet during its different life stages, search the margins of slow-moving freshwater environments for their eggs, typically laid on submerged vegetation. naiads thrive below the water's surface, among aquatic plants, where they hunt for small invertebrates. For the final stage, the emergent adults are often found near the same water bodies, resting on nearby foliage or darting above the water, where they feed on flying insects and participate in mating behaviors.
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Beneficial Effects of Arroyo bluet
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Stage
Adults, Naiads
Diets
Mosquitoes, Aquatic Invertebrates
Arroyo bluet is prolific in preying upon aquatic pests. As a naiad, it utilizes a unique labium to snatch unwary prey, consuming a variety of aquatic organisms. In its adult form, arroyo bluet takes to the skies, displaying incredible aerial agility to capture and feed on flying insects, predominantly mosquitoes. This predation aids in regulating pest populations and maintaining ecological balance.
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