Agrionoptera insignis facts for kids
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The Grenadier (Agrionoptera insignis) is a type of dragonfly. It belongs to the Libellulidae family, which includes many common dragonflies.
This dragonfly lives in many parts of eastern Asia and Oceania. You can find it as far north as Japan and as far south as Australia. It is quite common in most places where it lives. Scientists are still learning about this species, so its classification might change in the future.
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About the Grenadier Dragonfly
The Grenadier dragonfly is known for its bright colors. It's a fascinating insect to spot near water.
What Does It Look Like?
Male Grenadier dragonflies are usually about 3.7 to 4.1 centimeters long. Their back wings are about 2.8 to 3.0 centimeters long.
- Their main body part, called the thorax, is metallic green. It often has yellow spots.
- Their eyes are a mix of brown and yellow.
- The main part of their body, the abdomen, is mostly red. It has a black tip at the end.
Female Grenadier dragonflies look similar but are usually less brightly colored. Their abdomen is a duller shade of red.
Where Does It Live?
This dragonfly loves to live in swampy areas. This includes places where the land is wet and marshy. They can even be found in habitats that have been changed by people.
Subspecies of Grenadier
Scientists have identified several types, or subspecies, of the Grenadier dragonfly. Not all of these are considered separate species by everyone.
Here are some of the known subspecies:
- Agrionoptera insignis allogenes: Also called the red swampdragon. Found in Australia, New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and possibly New Caledonia.
- Agrionoptera insignis chalcochiton: Lives in Indonesia.
- Agrionoptera insignis insignis: Found in Southeast Asia and Sundaland. This is the main Grenadier type.
- Agrionoptera insignis insularis: Found in the Solomon Islands.
- Agrionoptera insignis lifuana: Lives in New Caledonia.
- Agrionoptera insignis nereis: Found on Enggano Island.
- Agrionoptera insignis nicobarica: Lives in the Nicobar Islands.
- Agrionoptera insignis papuensis: Found in New Guinea.
- Agrionoptera insignis similis: Lives on Orchid Island, Taiwan.
