Austrogomphus praeruptus explained

Austrogomphus praeruptus, also known as Austrogomphus (Austroepigomphus) praeruptus, is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphidae,^{[1] [2]} It inhabits slow streams, rivers and ponds in eastern Australia.^[3]

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

Note

The taxonomic status of Austrogomphus praeruptus and Austrogomphus melaleucae is uncertain. The type specimen originally used to describe Austrogomphus praeruptus is now lost.^[2] It is probable that all dragonflies identified as Austrogomphus praeruptus may be Austrogomphus melaleucae if found north of the Victorian border.

See also

• List of Odonata species of Australia

Notes and References

1. Web site: Species Austrogomphus (Austroepigomphus) praeruptus (Selys, 1857). 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 17 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. 178.
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.