Swamp tigertail

Synthemis eustalacta

Synthemis eustalacta is an Australian species of dragonly. The only Synthemid with large pale spots on segment 7, a significant distance from the tip of the tail.
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Appearance

Male identification: Relatively heavily marked with twin small spots at the base, and larger spots at the centre of each abdominal segment. These get smaller towards the tail whilst segment 7 has a pair of larger spots. Yellow spots at the base of each wing.
Female identification: Markings not significantly different to male including bold spots on segment 7. Abdomen even thickness along its length, lacking any 'pinch-point' near the base.
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Distribution

Distributed at all altitudes but most common in alpine areas above about 1000m. Possible split-distribution a result of its preference for bogs and marshes.

Behavior

Tends to fly relatively slowly, low over water. Regularly perches.

References:

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http://www.ecology-solutions.com.au/vic_dragonflies/S_eustalacta.htm
Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionArthropoda
ClassInsecta
OrderOdonata
FamilySynthemistidae
GenusSynthemis
SpeciesSynthemis eustalacta
Photographed in
Australia