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Female Austrocordulia refracta Gippsland, Victoria
Conservation status
Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)
Scientific classification
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Austrocordulia refracta is a species of dragonfly in the family Austrocorduliidae, commonly known as the eastern hawk. It is a medium-sized, dull brown dragonfly, endemic to eastern Australia, where it inhabits streams and pools.

Gallery

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Male dorsal view, Queensland
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Female in profile
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Male in profile
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Female wings
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Male wings

Note

There is uncertainty about which family Austrocordulia refracta best belongs to: Austrocorduliidae, Synthemistidae, or Corduliidae.

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