Xanthocnemis zealandica
| Xanthocnemis zealandica | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Odonata |
| Family: | Coenagrionidae |
| Genus: | Xanthocnemis |
| Species: | X. zealandica |
| Binomial name | |
| Xanthocnemis zealandica (McLachlan, 1873) | |
Xanthocnemis zealandica, commonly known as red damsefly or red coat damselfly is the most common native New Zealand damselfly.[1] Adult damselfies are often seen flying around vegetation close to streams.
X. zealandica larvae are widespread across New Zealand, occurring in rocky and weedy streams and ponds. The larvae of the red damselfly are identified by their pointed tail gills and long hairs by the tip.[2]
References
- ↑ "Damselfly (Red)(Xanthocnemis zealandica)". Taranaki Educational Resource: Research, Analysis and Information Network. Retrieved 2012-04-25.
- ↑ "Red damselfly (Coenagrionidae: Xanthocnemis)". Landcare Research. Retrieved 2012-04-26.