Pseudocordulia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pseudocordulia |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Odonata |
| Infraorder: | Anisoptera |
| Family: | Pseudocorduliidae |
| Genus: | Pseudocordulia Tillyard, 1909 |
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Pseudocordulia are a special group of dragonflies found only in one part of the world. They live only in the warm, tropical areas of northeastern Australia. These dragonflies are medium-sized and have a shiny bronze-black color. Their wings are clear and see-through.
Scientists sometimes group animals into different families. For Pseudocordulia dragonflies, their exact family has been a bit tricky to decide. Some experts think they belong to their own unique family called Pseudocorduliidae. Others place them with similar dragonflies in the Corduliidae or Synthemistidae families.
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About Pseudocordulia Dragonflies
Pseudocordulia is a small genus of dragonflies. A genus is a group of very similar living things. These dragonflies are quite unique because they are endemic to a specific region. This means they are found nowhere else in the world except for tropical northeastern Australia.
What They Look Like
These dragonflies are not too big, not too small. They have a striking bronze-black color that shines in the sunlight. Their wings are completely clear, which helps them fly quickly and quietly.
Where They Live
You can only find Pseudocordulia dragonflies in the tropical parts of northeastern Australia. This area is known for its warm weather and lush environments, which are perfect for these insects.
Types of Pseudocordulia Dragonflies
The genus Pseudocordulia includes two known types, or species, of dragonflies:
- Pseudocordulia circularis Tillyard, 1909
- Pseudocordulia elliptica Tillyard, 1913
