Archaeophya adamsi explained

Archaeophya adamsi, commonly known as Adam's emerald dragonfly or horned urfly,[1] is a species of dragonfly in the superfamily Libelluloidea.[2] This is an Australian endemic and one of the rarest dragonflies in the country. It breeds in rivers and streams in coastal areas of Queensland and New South Wales.[3]

Nymphs of this species grow to 23 mm in length and live among rocks and detritus along stream margins. They can be identified by the distinctive two-lobed frontal plate on the head. The nymph lives for around 7 years. The adult is a fairly large and robust dragonfly, blackish brown with narrow yellow rings. The adult probably only lives for a few months.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2021. 9781486313747. Melbourne, Australia. 406 . 2nd.
  2. Web site: Species Archaeophya adamsi Fraser, 1959. 2022. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 1 September 2024.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 192. Theischinger. Gunther.
  4. Web site: Adam’s Emerald Dragonfly - Archaeophya adamsi . NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development . NSW Department of Primary Industries . 2013 . 1 September 2024 .

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