Dragonfly devotees swarm for the hunt


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NCPR News Dragonfly devotees swarm for the hunt 07/25/08
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Dragonflies are a familiar sight in the North Country. During the summer, excitement is high among "dragonfliers" because this is when dragonflies are most commonly seen. But researchers say there are more questions than answers about dragonflies. This is the fourth year the DEC and Nature Conservancy have seriously studied dragonflies and damselflies in remote parts of the state. With the help of volunteers, biologists are out to foster interest in conservation of the colorful, winged insects and their aquatic habitats. Todd Moe reports.
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