Trithemis pallidinervis female by kadavoor
Trithemis pallidinervis, Long Legged Marsh Glider is a species of dragonfly found in South Asia. They love sitting on small twigs and grasses in open areas, especially in the hot sun. The male and female have similar marking. However, the face of male is metallic purple but rather yellow white in female. The male varies in colour from yellow (below) to chocolate brown and is easily distinguished by its long legs and wings that point upwards. It also has yellow colouration to the base of the wings.
Taken at Kudayathoor, Kerala, India.Relevante Bilder
Relevante Artikel
SonnenzeigerDie Sonnenzeiger (Trithemis) sind eine aus 42 Arten bestehende Libellengattung der Unterfamilie Trithemistinae, die 1868 von Brauer aufgestellt wurde. Bis auf wenige Ausnahmen sind die Arten der Gattung in Afrika beheimatet. .. weiterlesen