Tropical evening darner facts for kids
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The Telephlebia tillyardi is a fascinating type of dragonfly! It belongs to a special group of dragonflies called the Telephlebiidae family. You might know it better by its common name, the tropical evening darner. This dragonfly is a medium to large insect, usually a dark chestnut brown color. It has cool dark marks on the front edges of its wings.
This unique dragonfly lives only in one specific part of the world: north-eastern Australia. When an animal or plant is found only in one area, we say it is endemic to that place. The tropical evening darner likes to live near the edges of streams. One of the most interesting things about it is that it flies mostly at dusk, which is the time just before nightfall.
What Does It Look Like?
The tropical evening darner is known for its deep chestnut brown body. Its wings are also quite special. They have dark markings along the front edge, which helps you tell them apart. These dragonflies are a good size, not too small and not too big.
Where Does It Live?
This dragonfly is a true Australian native! It is found only in the north-eastern parts of Australia. It prefers to live near water, especially along the edges of streams. This habitat provides the perfect place for them to hunt and lay their eggs.
When Does It Fly?
Unlike many other dragonflies that fly during the day, the tropical evening darner is most active in the evening. It loves to fly around at dusk, hunting for insects as the sun sets. This makes it a unique sight for anyone lucky enough to spot one!
Similar Dragonflies
The Telephlebia tillyardi looks quite a bit like another dragonfly called Telephlebia tryoni. Sometimes it can be tricky to tell them apart without a closer look!
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Female wings
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Male wings
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