Dromaeschna forcipata explained

Dromaeschna forcipata is a species of dragonfly in the family Telephlebiidae,[1] known commonly as the green-striped darner.[2] It generally inhabits streams in coastal rainforests of north-eastern Queensland, Australia.[3]

Dromaeschna forcipata is a large black dragonfly with dark green markings. The side of its body appears to have alternate black and green stripes.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Dromaeschna forcipata (Tillyard, 1907). 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 2 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. 134.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 212. Theischinger. Gunther.

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