Austroaeschna atrata explained

Austroaeschna atrata is a species of Australian dragonfly in the family Aeshnidae,[1] known as the mountain darner.[2] It inhabits the upper reaches of mountain streams, generally above an altitude of 400m, in New South Wales and Victoria.[3]

Austroaeschna atrata is a medium-sized to large dragonfly with a very dark colouring and dull markings.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Species Austroaeschna atrata Martin, 1909. 2022. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 25 August 2024.
  2. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2006. 978-0-64309-073-6. Collingwood, Victoria, Australia. 130.
  3. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 194. Theischinger. Gunther.

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