Treehole flatwing facts for kids
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The Treehole flatwing (scientific name: Podopteryx selysi) is a fascinating type of damselfly. It lives in Australia and New Guinea. This damselfly gets its name because its young, called larvae, grow up in water-filled holes found inside tree trunks in rainforests.
About the Treehole Flatwing
The Treehole flatwing is a very large damselfly. It has a shiny, black-metallic body. You might also see white or pink marks on its head and body. Like other damselflies in its family, the Megapodagrionidae, it rests with its wings spread out wide.
Where It Lives
You can find the Treehole flatwing in the coastal areas of northern Australia. It also lives in New Guinea. These damselflies prefer rainforests. This is because their young need those special water-filled tree holes to grow up.
What Makes It Special
Most damselflies have front wings that are a little bit longer than their back wings. But the Treehole flatwing is different! Its back wings are actually longer than its front wings. This is very unusual, and it might even be the only damselfly with this unique feature.
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Tip of female tail. Note the egg still in her ovipositor.
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Tip of male tail
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Female wings
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Male wings
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