Agrionoptera longitudinalis explained

Agrionoptera longitudinalis is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae.^[1] It is native to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Queensland in Australia.^[2] It is common, even abundant in some areas.

This species can be found in most any type of standing water, including pools and tree holes. It is adaptable to disturbed habitat and can live and breed in artificial aquatic habitat types.

Subspecies

Subspecies include:

• Agrionoptera longitudinalis biserialis - striped swampdragon
• Agrionoptera longitudinalis dissoluta
• Agrionoptera longitudinalis longitudinalis

See also

• List of Odonata species of Australia

Notes and References

1. Web site: Species Agrionoptera longitudinalis Selys, 1878. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 28 February 2017.
2. Book: Watson, J.A.L.. The Australian Dragonflies: A Guide to the Identification, Distributions and Habitats of Australian Odonata. Theischinger. G.. Abbey. H.M.. CSIRO. 1991. 0643051368. Melbourne. 278.