The Common Spreadwing is a metallic green spreadwing damselfly found at a variety of still-water habitats across North America. Like all spreadwings it rests with wings partly spread, unlike the closed-wing posture of most damselflies. It is tolerant of a range of water quality conditions and can be found from bogs to suburban ponds.
Best time to see a Common Spreadwing
The best time to see a Common Spreadwing is April–August, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,951 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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