Archibasis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Archibasis |
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| Archibasis lieftincki Sri Lanka |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Odonata |
| Suborder: | Zygoptera |
| Family: | Coenagrionidae |
| Genus: | Archibasis Kirby, 1890 |
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Archibasis is a genus of damselflies. These amazing insects belong to a group called Coenagrionidae, which is a family of damselflies.
Damselflies in the Archibasis genus are usually medium-sized. They often have bright and eye-catching colors.
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About Archibasis Damselflies
Archibasis damselflies are found in many parts of the world. You can spot them in southern Asia, Indonesia, New Guinea, and Australia. They like to live near water, such as streams, rivers, and ponds.
What are Damselflies?
Damselflies are insects that look a lot like dragonflies. They are part of a larger group called Odonata. One easy way to tell them apart is by how they hold their wings when they are resting. Damselflies usually hold their wings together over their back, while dragonflies hold their wings out to the sides.
Damselflies have long, thin bodies and two pairs of strong, clear wings. They are also known for their large eyes, which help them see very well. They are predators, meaning they hunt and eat smaller insects like mosquitoes.
Where Do Archibasis Damselflies Live?
The Archibasis damselflies prefer warm climates. Their homes are often in tropical and subtropical regions. They need clean water to lay their eggs. The young damselflies, called nymphs, live in the water before they grow into adults.
Types of Archibasis
The Archibasis genus includes several different species. Each species has its own unique features, but they all share the general characteristics of the Archibasis group. Here are some of the known species:
- Archibasis crucigera Lieftinck, 1949
- Archibasis incisura Lieftinck, 1949
- Archibasis lieftincki Conniff & Bedjacnic, 2013
- Archibasis melanocyana (Selys, 1877)
- Archibasis mimetes (Tillyard, 1913)
- Archibasis oscillans (Selys, 1877)
- Archibasis rebeccae Kemp, 1989
- Archibasis tenella Lieftinck, 1949
- Archibasis viola Lieftinck, 1949
See also
In Spanish: Archibasis para niños
