Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Acisoma panorpoides

Family Libellulidae

Acisoma panorpoides
Rambur 1842
Elevation 130 - 1900m
Abdomen Length 15-18mm

A very small dragonfly, common and widespread species across Asia and into Africa. The common names are Grizzled Pintail or Asian Pintail. It is found near small streams, wetlands, swampy areas. In warmer regions, there may be several cycles in one year. The female is a golden yellow and the male light blue. The body shape and size are distinctive for the species.

Male

Female

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