Slender ringtail
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The slender ringtail (Austrolestes analis) is an Australian damselfly in the family Lestidae. It is characterized by having a relatively slender body compared to other species in the genus.
The slender ringtail (Austrolestes analis) is an Australian damselfly in the family Lestidae. It is characterized by having a relatively slender body compared to other species in the genus.
Taxonomy
The slender ringtail was first described by Jules Pierre Rambur in 1862.
Description
The abdomen is 3-3.2 cm long. Mature males are often pale blue and black although the strength of the blue may vary. Distinguished from other Austrolestes by the pattern on the upper thorax, most closely resembling that of Austrolestes aridus.
Distribution and habitat
It is found in south-western Western Australia, south-eastern South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania. It is active through Spring to Autumn near lakes, slow flowing rivers and nearby vegetation.
Etymology
The genus name Austrolestes combines the prefix austro- (from Latin auster, meaning “south wind”, hence “southern”) with Lestes, a genus name derived from Greek λῃστής (lēstēs, “robber”). The species name analis is Latin for "of the anus", likely referring to features of the anal region.
Gallery
Slender ringtail.jpg | Female, Tasmania, Australia Slender ringtail damselfy Austrolestes analis male (31718210563).jpg | Male, Tasmania, Australia Slender ringtail damselflies, Austrolestes analis (32847176165).jpg | Mating Austrolestes analis female wings (34018149803).jpg | Female wings Austrolestes analis male wings (34018155253).jpg | Male wings
References
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