Dendroaeschna Explained

Dendroaeschna is a monotypic genus of Australian dragonflies in the family Aeshnidae.[1] The only known species of this genus is Dendroaeschna conspersa,[2] commonly known as a wide-faced darner.[3]

Dendroaeschna conspersa is a medium-sized, brown to black dragonfly with pale markings.[4] It is endemic to eastern Australia, where it inhabits lowland streams.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Genus Dendroaeschna Tillyard, 1916. 2012. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 1 September 2024.
  2. Web site: Species Dendroaeschna conspersa (Tillyard, 1907). 2022. Australian Faunal Directory. Australian Biological Resources Study. 1 September 2024.
  3. Book: The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Theischinger. Günther. Hawking. John. CSIRO Publishing. 2021. 9781486313747. Melbourne, Australia. 406 . 2nd.
  4. Book: The Australian Dragonflies: A Guide to the Identification, Distributions and Habitats of Australian Odonata. Watson. J.A.L.. Theischinger. G.. Abbey. H.M.. CSIRO. 1991. 978-0643051362. Melbourne.
  5. Book: Identification Guide to the Australian Odonata. Endersby. Ian. 2009. Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW. 978-1-74232-475-3. 238. Theischinger. Gunther.

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