Austroepigomphus praeruptus explained

Austroepigomphus praeruptus, also known as Austroepigomphus (Austroepigomphus) praeruptus, and up until recently Austrogomphus praeruptus, is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphidae,[1] It is known by the common name, twinspot hunter.[2] It inhabits slow streams, rivers and ponds in eastern Australia.[3]

Austroepigomphus praeruptus is a medium-sized, black and yellow dragonfly.[2]

Note

The taxonomic status of Austroepigomphus praeruptus and Austrogomphus melaleucae has been uncertain. The type specimen originally used to describe Austroepigomphus praeruptus is now lost. Austrogomphus melaleucae is now considered a junior synonym of Austroepigomphus praeruptus.[2]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Austroepigomphus (Austroepigomphus) praeruptus (Selys, 1857). 2022. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 1 September 2024.
  2. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2021. 9781486313747. Melbourne, Australia. 2nd.
  3. 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. 278.