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Magnificent urfly
Scientific classification
Archaeophya magnifica distribution map.svg

Archaeophya magnifica is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphomacromiidae, known as the magnificent urfly. It is a large, metallic-black dragonfly with yellow markings and clear wings. It is endemic to north-east Queensland, Australia. where it inhabits rainforest streams.

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  • Archaeophya magnifica female wings (35053027275)

    Female wings

  • Archaeophya magnifica male wings (35053032865)

    Male wings

Note

There is uncertainty about which family Archaeophya magnifica best belongs to: Gomphomacromiidae, Synthemistidae, or Corduliidae.

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