Tau Emerald Dragonfly

Description:

A medium-sized dragonfly with a black abdomen, pinched near the base and fringed with orange crescent-shaped marks. Eyes on mature males are reddish brown and wings are transparent. The face is pale with an inverted T-shape, which gives the species its name.

Habitat:

Commonly found (flying) from September to May. Seen in Southern NSW, this species is common along the Australian East Coast from Victoria to Queensland.

Notes:

Thanks to Fransiskus Edbert for identification, and to http://www.ecology-solutions.com.au for the information about this species. Also see www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_dragons...