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Milky flatwing
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Austroargiolestes christine distribution map.svg

Austroargiolestes christine is a species of Australian damselfly in the family Megapodagrionidae, commonly known as a milky flatwing. It is endemic to mountain areas of northern New South Wales, where it inhabits streams and boggy areas.

Austroargiolestes christine is a medium-sized to large, black and pale yellow damselfly, with pruinescence on adult bodies . Like other members of the family Megapodagrionidae, it rests with its wings outspread.

Austroargiolestes christine appears similar to Austroargiolestes isabellae, which is found in the Sydney district.

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  • Austroargiolestes christine female (11775722414)

    Tip of female tail

  • Austroargiolestes christine male (11776089376)

    Tip of male tail

  • Austroargiolestes christine female wings (34441731300)

    Female wings

  • Austroargiolestes christine male wings (34018061343)

    Male wings

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