Corduliidae
Somatochlora metallica (Vander Linden, 1825)
Metaalglanslibel	Brilliant Emerald	L: 50 - 55 mm
Relevant Dutch literature (Eng. summary)

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	Adult (male), Oosterveld, Drenthe, July 1, 2004

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Habitat: Small lakes, streams and canals with wooded banks 

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Distribution: Widespread in the inland Pleistocene region. Low numbers

Flight season: Half of May to the end of September. Most abundant in June and July.

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Status: Rather common species and stable populations

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