Ischnura heterosticta

Common name: Common Bluetail

Meaning of name:

Unknown.

Distribution:

Occurs throughout Australia.

Description:

The male is blue and black. The female is a dull green colour.

Notes:

The larvae inhabit still and sluggish waters, including temporary ponds, and have been reported to be salt tolerant.

We have photographed this species in October, December and January.

References:

The Complete Field Guide to Dragonflies of Australia. Günther Theischinger and John Hawking. 2006