Synlestes tropicus explained

Synlestes tropicus is a species of Australian damselfly in the family Synlestidae,[1] commonly known as a tropical needle.[2] It is endemic to north-eastern Queensland, where it inhabits streams in rainforests.[3]

Synlestes tropicus is a large to very large damselfly, coloured a metallic green-black with pale markings. It perches with its wings partially or fully outspread.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Synlestes tropicus Tillyard, 1917. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 15 April 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. 26.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 237. 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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