''Orthetrum robustum'' is a

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species, which occurs in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and Zambia. The

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for this species is robust skimmer. It breeds inreedy swamps and woodland close to such swamps.Samways, M.J. (2002). ''A strategy for national red listing invertebrates based on experiences with Odonata in South Africa.''

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Libellulidae Insects described in 1965 Insects of Botswana Insects of Namibia Insects of South Africa Insects of Zambia Taxa named by Boris Balinsky {{Libellulidae-stub

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