Agyrtacantha dirupta explained

Agyrtacantha dirupta is a species of dragonfly in the family Aeshnidae,[1] commonly known as the trifid duskhawker.[2] It has been found from the Maluku Islands through Australia to the Pacific.[3]

Agyrtacantha dirupta is a large, dark dragonfly with green, brown and black colour variations. It inhabits still and brackish water. Adults are nomadic and fly at dusk.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Agyrtacantha dirupta (Karsch, 1889). 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 8 February 2017.
  2. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2006. 978-0-64309-073-6. Collingwood, Victoria, Australia. 152.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 190. Theischinger. Gunther.
  4. Book: The Australian Dragonflies: A Guide to the Identification, Distributions and Habitats of Australian Odonata. Watson. J.A.L.. Theischinger. G.. Abbey. H.M.. CSIRO. 1991. 0643051368. Melbourne.

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