Bug FAQPygmy Percher
Nannodiplax rubra · Order: Odonata · Family: Libellulidae
The pygmy percher is a very small dragonfly with a wingspan of about 40 mm and a body length near 25 mm. It has a bright red abdomen and clear wings, and it lives beside many rivers and streams. Its natural range is limited to Australia, from Broome in the west across the north to around Coffs Harbour in New South Wales, and New Guinea.
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How to recognize it
It shows a vivid red abdomen with transparent wings.
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Size
Adults measure about 25 mm in length and have a wingspan of roughly 40 mm.
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Where it comes from
The species occurs in Australia and New Guinea. In Australia it ranges from Broome in Western Australia across the north to near Coffs Harbour in New South Wales.
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More photos
Same family (Libellulidae)
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Sources
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nannodiplax_rubra
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