A native dragonfly species endemic to Australia, characterized by its distinctive green and brown coloration and agile flight patterns in aquatic ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater environments including streams, rivers, wetlands, and lake margins across eastern and southeastern Australia, particularly in temperate and subtropical regions.
Ecological Role
Important predatory insect in aquatic food webs, controlling populations of smaller invertebrates and serving as prey for birds and larger predatory insects.
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with green-brown coloration, providing camouflage in vegetated aquatic environments
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of transparent, membranous wings with complex venation, capable of high-speed and precise aerial maneuvers
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes providing wide visual field, short antennae, and specialized mandibles for predatory hunting
BODY STRUCTURESlender dragonfly with elongated body, approximately 45-55 mm in length, featuring robust thorax and segmented abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: John Tann
