Southern tigertail facts for kids
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The Eusynthemis guttata, also known as the southern tigertail, is a type of dragonfly. Dragonflies are amazing insects with big eyes, strong wings, and long bodies. This particular dragonfly belongs to a family called Synthemistidae.
The southern tigertail is a medium-sized dragonfly. It has cool black and yellow patterns on its body. You can find these dragonflies living near cold, clear streams in the mountains of south-eastern Australia.
What is a Southern Tigertail?
The southern tigertail is a special kind of dragonfly. It was first described by a scientist named Edmond de Sélys Longchamps in 1871. This means he was the first to officially give it its scientific name, Eusynthemis guttata.
What Does It Look Like?
This dragonfly is easy to spot with its bright colors.
- It has a body that is mostly black.
- It also has bright yellow markings. These patterns help it blend in or stand out.
- It's not a giant dragonfly, but it's not tiny either. It's a medium size.
Where Does It Live?
The southern tigertail loves cool places.
- It lives in Australia, specifically in the south-eastern part of the country.
- Its favorite homes are alpine streams. These are streams found in mountains, where the water is usually very cold and clean.
- They need these specific habitats to lay their eggs and for their young to grow.
More Pictures
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A male southern tigertail seen from the side.
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A female southern tigertail seen from the side.
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Close-up of a female's face.
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The wings of a female southern tigertail.
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The wings of a male southern tigertail.
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