A small damselfly species native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia, characterized by its distinctive blue and black coloration in males.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater ecosystems including streams, ponds, wetlands, and slow-moving water bodies with abundant aquatic vegetation, primarily in tropical and subtropical zones
Ecological Role
Crucial predator in aquatic and riparian ecosystems, controlling insect populations and serving as important bioindicator of water quality and ecosystem health
Morphology
SKIN COATExoskeleton with metallic blue and black coloration, primarily in males; females display more subdued greenish-brown tones
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of transparent, membranous wings with delicate venation, six thin legs adapted for perching
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, short antennae, specialized mandibular structures for predation
BODY STRUCTURESlender elongated body typical of damselflies, approximately 30-35 mm in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Laitche
