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Trithemis aurora (Burmeister, 1839)
| Family Name: | Libellulidae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Invertebrates (Dragonfly and Damselfly) |
| Common Name: | Crimson Dropwing |
Name
Description
| Description | Males have red eyes, the thorax and abdomen are almost luminous pink. Females are golden yellow with black markings on the sides of the abdomen. |
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Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Habitats | Parks & Gardens |
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| Distribution | A very common species that inhabits all sorts of ponds and lakes. It can be seen at many park ponds basking in strong sunshine. Singapore Botanic Gardens is a good place to spot them. |
| Nature Reserves | Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Central Catchment Nature Reserve |
Status
| Species Status | Native |
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| Conservation Status | Common |
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References
| References | Tang, H.B., Wang, L.K. & Hämäläinen, M. 2010. A photographic guide to the dragonflies of Singapore. Singapore: Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research. 222pp. |
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