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Tiny flatwing
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The Archiargiolestes pusillissimus, also known as the tiny flatwing, is a type of damselfly. These small insects are found only in south-western Australia. They belong to a family of damselflies called Megapodagrionidae.

Tiny flatwings live near water, like streams, bogs, and swamps. They are small and have a shiny black color with lighter marks. When they rest, their wings stay spread out flat.

Meet the Tiny Flatwing Damselfly

The tiny flatwing is a fascinating insect. It is a type of damselfly, which are often confused with dragonflies. Both are part of a group called Odonata. Damselflies are usually smaller and hold their wings differently when resting.

What Makes Them Special?

Tiny flatwings are special because they are endemic to a specific area. This means they are only found in south-western Australia and nowhere else in the world. They need the unique environment of streams, bogs, and swamps to survive.

Appearance of the Tiny Flatwing

This damselfly is quite small. Its body is mostly a shiny, metallic black color. It also has some lighter markings on its body. When a tiny flatwing lands, it keeps its wings spread out wide. This is a key way to tell them apart from some other damselflies.

Where Do Tiny Flatwings Live?

Tiny flatwings prefer wet places. They are often seen near slow-moving streams. They also live in bogs, which are wet, spongy areas. Swamps, which are wetlands with trees, are another habitat for them. These watery homes are essential for their life cycle.

Conservation Status of This Damselfly

The tiny flatwing is listed as "Near Threatened" (NT) by the IUCN. This means it might become endangered in the future. Protecting their natural homes, like streams and swamps, is very important to help these damselflies survive.

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