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Austrolestes
''Austrolestes'' is a genus of medium to large-sized damselfly, damselflies in the family Lestidae. ''Austrolestes'' damselflies sit with their wings folded completely back. Males are usually bright blue and black, the females duller. Members of this genus are found in Australia, New Zealand and Australasia, South Pacific islands. Species The genus ''Austrolestes'' includes the following species: Etymology The genus name ''Austrolestes'' is derived from the latin word auster meaning south wind, hence south; and the damselfly genus ''Lestes'', which is from the Greek word λῃστής meaning a robber. In 1913, Robert John Tillyard, Robin Tillyard described the genus ''Austrolestes'' as having characters similar to the very large genus ''Lestes'', which, unlike ''Austrolestes'', sit with their wings outspread. References * * {{Taxonbar , from=Q2753910 Lestidae Zygoptera genera Odonata of Oceania Odonata of Australia Odonata of New Zeal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blue Ringtail
The blue ringtail (''Austrolestes annulosus'') is an Australian damselfly. It is found on most of the continent. Taxonomy The blue ringtail was first described by Edmond de Sélys Longchamps in 1862. Description The abdomen is 3 cm long. It can easily be confused with '' Coenagrion lyelli'' or ''Caliagrion billinghursti'', but can be differentiated through dorsal patterns. They are a thin, medium-sized damselfly with varying coloration, which depends on maturity and temperature. However most are a striking blue with minimal black markings. Females are slightly more robust than males, and have a black and white/pale blue coloration. Distribution and habitat It is widely distributed in most of Australia, except for the northern Northern may refer to the following: Geography * North, a point in direction * Northern Europe, the northern part or region of Europe * Northern Highland, a region of Wisconsin, United States * Northern Province, Sri Lanka * Northern Range, a ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Annulosus
The blue ringtail (''Austrolestes annulosus'') is an Australian damselfly. It is found on most of the continent. Taxonomy The blue ringtail was first described by Edmond de Sélys Longchamps in 1862. Description The abdomen is 3 cm long. It can easily be confused with ''Coenagrion lyelli'' or ''Caliagrion billinghursti'', but can be differentiated through dorsal patterns. They are a thin, medium-sized damselfly with varying coloration, which depends on maturity and temperature. However most are a striking blue with minimal black markings. Females are slightly more robust than males, and have a black and white/pale blue coloration. Distribution and habitat It is widely distributed in most of Australia, except for the northern Northern may refer to the following: Geography * North, a point in direction * Northern Europe, the northern part or region of Europe * Northern Highland, a region of Wisconsin, United States * Northern Province, Sri Lanka * Northern Range, a ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Aleison
''Austrolestes aleison'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as a western ringtail. It is endemic to south-western Australia, where it inhabits pools, ponds and lakes. ''Austrolestes aleison'' is a medium-sized to large damselfly, the male is blue and black. Etymology The word ''aleison'' is from the Greek word ἄλεισον, meaning a goblet. In 1979, Tony Watson and Max Moulds named this species of damselfly after the goblet-shape of the mark on segment 2 of the male abdomen. Gallery Austrolestes aleison male K403348 goblet detail.jpg , Goblet shape on the tail of a male ''Austrolestes aleison'' Austrolestes aleison female wings (34018138463).jpg , Female wings Austrolestes aleison male wings (34018143813) (2).jpg , Male wings See also * List of Odonata species of Australia References {{Taxonbar, from=Q2412300 Lestidae Odonata of Australia Insects of Australia Endemic fauna of Australia Taxa named by J.A. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Io
''Austrolestes io'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as an iota ringtail. It has been found in both south-western Australia as well as south-eastern Australia where it inhabits pools, lakes and ponds. ''Austrolestes io'' is a medium-sized to large damselfly, the male is light blue and brown. Gallery Iota-Ringtail Austrolestes-io male.jpg , Male Austrolestes io female wings (34788078466).jpg , Female wings Austrolestes io male wings (34788082136).jpg , Male wings See also * List of Odonata species of Australia References {{Taxonbar , from=Q275457 Lestidae Odonata of Australia Insects of Australia Endemic fauna of Australia Taxa named by Edmond de Sélys Longchamps Insects described in 1862 Damselflies ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Insularis
''Austrolestes insularis'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as a northern ringtail. It is widespread across northern Australia, where it inhabits streams, pools, and ponds. ''Austrolestes insularis'' is a medium-sized to large damselfly, the male is light blue and brown. Gallery Austrolestes insularis female wings (34788070216).jpg , Female wings Austrolestes insularis male wings (34788073896).jpg , Male wings See also * List of Odonata species of Australia References {{Taxonbar , from=Q4044128 Lestidae Odonata of Australia Insects of Australia Endemic fauna of Australia Taxa named by Robert John Tillyard Insects described in 1913 Damselflies Taxobox binomials not recognized by IUCN ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Aridus
''Austrolestes aridus'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as an inland ringtail. It is widespread across inland Australia, where it inhabits streams, pools, and ponds. ''Austrolestes aridus'' is a medium-sized to large damselfly, the male is light blue and black in colour, with a pale band near the tip of his tail. ''Austrolestes aridus'' appears similar to '' Austrolestes analis'' which is found across southern Australia. Gallery Austrolestes aridus female wings (34664759012).jpg , Female wings Austrolestes aridus male wings (33984745524).jpg , Male wings See also * List of Odonata species of Australia References {{Taxonbar , from=Q2091154 Lestidae Odonata of Australia Insects of Australia Endemic fauna of Australia Taxa named by Robert John Tillyard Insects described in 1908 Damselflies ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Slender Ringtail
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 ''Austrolestes aridus'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as an inland ringtail. It is widespread across inland Australia, where it inhabits streams, pools, and ponds. ''Austrolestes aridus'' is a me .... 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, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Analis
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 ''Austrolestes aridus'' is an Australian species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, commonly known as an inland ringtail. It is widespread across inland Australia, where it inhabits streams, pools, and ponds. ''Austrolestes aridus'' is a me .... 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 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Cingulatus
The metallic ringtail (''Austrolestes cingulatus'') is an Australian damselfly in the family Lestidae, It is widely distributed in Tasmania, Victoria and eastern New South Wales. It is a thin, medium-sized damselfly with a green and gold or bluish green and gold coloration. Each abdominal segment is marked by a pale "ring"; this, combined with its glossy metallic coloration, give it its common name of metallic ringtail. It is active through October to March in still-water bodies such as rivers, lakes, ponds, swamps, and alpine bogs, being usually found amongst vegetation. Gallery Metallic Ringtail, Austrolestes cingulatus, mating pair.jpg , Mating pair Austrolestes cingulatus female wings (33984749394).jpg , Female wings Austrolestes cingulatus male wings (33984754004).jpg , Male wings See also * List of Odonata species of Australia This is a list of species of damselflies and dragonflies recorded in Australia. Common names of species are linked, beside their scienti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Australian Biological Resources Study
Australian Biological Resources Study (ABRS) is a project undertaken by Parks Australia Division of Australia's Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts (DEWHA). Background ABRS was founded in 1973 from the recommendations of a 1972 Senate Select Committee report on Wildlife Conservation. Its purpose is to collate from the many libraries, museums and other collections the taxonomy of Australia's estimated 2 million species of flora and fauna, including aquatic species. These represent almost 20% of the earth's biodiversity, 80% of which are unique to Australia. ABRS has undertaken active funding for taxonomic research of Australia's biodiversity and is internationally recognised for its extensive data bases and publications. Publications The most important outputs of the ABRS has been the publication of the multi-volume ''Flora of Australia'' and '' Fauna of Australia'' series. Other output includes ''The Banksia Atlas'' and the "Platypus" database pa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Austrolestes Cingulatus Male
''Austrolestes'' is a genus of medium to large-sized damselflies in the family Lestidae. ''Austrolestes'' damselflies sit with their wings folded completely back. Males are usually bright blue and black, the females duller. Members of this genus are found in Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific islands. Species The genus ''Austrolestes'' includes the following species: Etymology The genus name ''Austrolestes'' is derived from the latin word auster meaning south wind, hence south; and the damselfly genus ''Lestes ''Lestes'' is a genus of damselfly in the family Lestidae. The family hold their wings at about 45 degrees to the body when resting. This distinguishes them from most other species of damselflies which hold the wings along, and parallel to, the ...'', which is from the Greek word λῃστής meaning a robber. In 1913, Robin Tillyard described the genus ''Austrolestes'' as having characters similar to the very large genus ''Lestes'', which, unlike ''Aust ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blue Damselfly (31562452651)
Blue is one of the three primary colours in the RYB colour model (traditional colour theory), as well as in the RGB (additive) colour model. It lies between violet and cyan on the spectrum of visible light. The eye perceives blue when observing light with a dominant wavelength between approximately 450 and 495 nanometres. Most blues contain a slight mixture of other colours; azure contains some green, while ultramarine contains some violet. The clear daytime sky and the deep sea appear blue because of an optical effect known as Rayleigh scattering. An optical effect called Tyndall effect explains blue eyes. Distant objects appear more blue because of another optical effect called aerial perspective. Blue has been an important colour in art and decoration since ancient times. The semi-precious stone lapis lazuli was used in ancient Egypt for jewellery and ornament and later, in the Renaissance, to make the pigment ultramarine, the most expensive of all pigments. In ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
