Austroaeschna obscura explained

Austroaeschna obscura is a large species of dragonfly in the family Telephlebiidae,[1] known as the Sydney mountain darner.[2] It is found in the Sydney Basin in Australia, where it inhabits rivers and streams.[3]

Austroaeschna obscura is a very dark dragonfly with distinct pale markings. It appears similar to the more widespread multi-spotted darner, Austroaeschna multipunctata.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Austroaeschna (Austroaeschna) obscura Theischinger, 1982. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 29 January 2017.
  2. Book: Theischinger, Günther. The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2006. 978-0-64309-073-6. Collingwood, Victoria, Australia. 118.
  3. Book: Theischinger. Gunther. Endersby. Ian. Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 196.

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