Calopteryx syriaca
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| Genus: | Calopteryx
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| Species: | C. syriaca
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| Calopteryx syriaca Rambur, 1842
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Calopteryx syriaca is a species of damselfly in the family Calopterygidae known commonly as the Syrian demoiselle. It is native to the southern Levant, where it is known from Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria.[1] This is sometimes considered to be a subspecies of the banded demoiselle (C. splendens).[1]
This damselfly inhabits habitat along rivers such as the Orontes, Litani, and Jordan. Its populations have declined due to loss of habitat in the river systems in the area.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b c d Schneider, W. (2010). "Calopteryx syriaca". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2010: e.T3628A9987808. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T3628A9987808.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
Categories:
- IUCN Red List endangered species
- Calopterygidae
- Odonata of Asia
- Insects of the Middle East
- Insects described in 1842
- Calopterygoidea stubs