Hemicordulia kalliste explained

Hemicordulia kalliste is a species of dragonfly in the family Corduliidae,[1] known as the slender emerald.[2] It is uncommon and has been found in both Arnhem Land and Cape York, Australia.[3]

Hemicordulia kalliste is a small to medium-sized, black and yellow dragonfly with long legs and a slender abdomen. In both males and females the inboard edge of the hindwing is rounded.[4] Hemicordulia kalliste appears similar to Hemicordulia continentalis.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Hemicordulia kalliste Theischinger & Watson, 1991. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 6 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. 246.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 218. Theischinger. Gunther.
  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.

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