Lestes alacer

Hagen, 1861

Plateau Spreadwing

Lestes alacer, commonly known as the Plateau Spreadwing, is a of in the Lestidae. It is distributed across Central America and North America. The species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a stable and no immediate threats to its survival. Like other spreadwings, it holds its wings at approximately 45 degrees to the body when at rest, distinguishing it from most other damselflies that hold wings parallel to the body.

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How to pronounce Lestes alacer: /ˈlɛs.teɪs əˈlɑː.kər/

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Distribution

Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.

Behavior

Holds wings at approximately 45 degrees to the body when resting, a characteristic trait of the Lestidae.

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IUCN Status

Least Concern (), status reviewed in 2017, stable with no immediate threats to survival.

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