Shadowdamsels
Platystictidae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Odonata
- Suborder: Zygoptera
- Family: Platystictidae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Platystictidae: //ˈplætɪˌstɪktɪˌdaɪ//
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Summary
Platystictidae, known as shadowdamsels, is a family of damselflies with over 200 species primarily found in tropical forest habitats around streams.
Physical Characteristics
Narrow wings; slender and elongated abdomen.
Identification Tips
Similar in appearance to the threadtail damselfly family (Protoneuridae).
Habitat
Dense tropical forests near streams.
Distribution
Primarily found throughout Asia, Central America, and South America.
Evolution
The oldest members of the family are from the genus Mesosticta, found in Cenomanian aged Burmese amber of Myanmar.
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Tags
- Platystictidae
- damselflies
- shadowdamsels
- tropical forests
- Asia
- Central America
- South America