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Epophthalmia vittata
Dragonfly, Family : Skimmers Male : Large brown dragonfly with yellowish stripes on abdomen, with transparent wings having slightly enfumed edges. Eyes are Bluish Green. Abdomen : 50-57 mm ; Wing : 48-52 mm Female : Similar to male, but with wings having amber tint along costal and cubital areas. Abdomen : 56-60 mm ; Wing : 50-51mm
Habitat : Found in the plains; can be termed a ‘lacustrine’ species prefering large reservoirs, lakes, ponds and check-dams. Distribution : Widely distributed in peninsular India.
Status : Uncommon in West Bengal, India
Spotted on Sep 24, 2012
Submitted on Nov 2, 2012
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