Chorismagrion Explained

Chorismagrion is a monotypic genus of damselflies belonging to the family Synlestidae.[1] The single species of this genus, Chorismagrion risi,[2] known as a pretty relict,[3] is a slender, medium-sized damselfly, mostly black in colour with white markings.[4] It is endemic to north-eastern Australia, where it inhabits streams and large pools in rainforests.[5]

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Until recently, Chorismagrion was considered to be the only genus in the family Chorismagrionidae.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Genus Chorismagrion Morton, 1914. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 3 April 2017.
  2. Web site: Species Chorismagrion risi Morton, 1914. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 3 April 2017.
  3. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2006. 978-0-64309-073-6. Collingwood, Victoria, Australia. 22.
  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.
  5. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 208. Theischinger. Gunther.

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