Atrocalopteryx atrata

Atrocalopteryx atrata · Order: Odonata · Family: Calopterygidae

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Atrocalopteryx atrata
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Atrocalopteryx atrata is a damselfly in the family Calopterygidae. It lives near rivers and streams in flatlands, open forests, and sometimes urban areas. The species is native to Asia and is widespread in China, Korea, and Japan.

Source: Wikipedia

How to recognize it

Atrocalopteryx atrata belongs to the damselfly family Calopterygidae.

Source: Wikipedia

Where it lives

It is found near rivers and streams in flatland habitats, open forests, and occasionally in urban areas.

Source: Wikipedia

Where it comes from

It is native to Asia, especially China, Korea, and Japan.

Source: Wikipedia

Same family (Calopterygidae)

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Sources

  • Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atrocalopteryx_atrata

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