Slender ringtail

Austrolestes analis

Bug Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

Having a relatively slender body compared to other species in the genus, Mature males are often pale blue and black although the strength of the blue may vary. Distinguished from other Austrolestes by the pattern on the upper thorax.

Size

The abdomen is 3-3.2cm long

Habitat

It is active through Spring to Autumn near lakes, slow flowing rivers and nearby vegetation

Distribution

It is found in south-western Western Australia, south-eastern South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania.

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Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (1)

The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)

Quick Facts

Common name: Slender ringtail
Scientific name: Austrolestes analis (Rambur, 1842)
Family: Lestidae
Category: Bug Life › Dragonflies & Damselflies
Origin: Native
Conservation: Not Evaluated

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