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Biologist talks on dragonfly population in Vermont

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Rutland County Audubon presents an interesting program about dragonflies on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. Did you know,  in Vermont, 146 species of dragonflies have been recorded, and 117 of those have been found in Rutland County?

Mike Blust, author of “Odonata of Vermont” and retired biologist from Green Mountain College, will show slides and reveal  details about these fascinating creatures. The program will be held at Grace Congregational Church, 8 Court St., Rutland.  For info, email birding@rutlandcountyaudubon.org.

Photo courtesy Rutland County Audubon

Called the hawks of the insect world, dragonflies are abundant in Vermont, with variety notably in Rutland County.

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