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Bronze flutterer

Rhyothemis obsolescens

A species of Flutterers

It is a small blue colored dragonfly with bases of all wings have dark metallic blue patches. This species breeds in well vegetated ponds and similar habitats.

General Info About Bronze flutterer
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Attributes of Bronze flutterer
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
Open, well vegetated; lowland marsh; swamp forest edge
Adult Food Sources
Mosquitoes, flies, other small flying insects, moths, butterflies
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Bronze flutterer
Widespread
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Distribution Area of Bronze flutterer
Eastern and southern Asia
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Life Cycle of Bronze flutterer
Egg The egg of bronze flutterer is laid in water or on vegetation near water. The egg is oval-shaped, often with a gelatinous coating, and changes color as it develops.
Naiad When the naiad of bronze flutterer hatches, it is aquatic and predatory, with large jaws. It grows and molts several times, becoming larger and its wing pads more evident.
Subimago The naiad of bronze flutterer climbs out of the water onto a vertical surface. Here, it undergoes its final molt, emerging as a teneral adult.
Adult The adult bronze flutterer’s wings dry and harden after emergence. It has a slender body, brightly colored and patterned wings, and it is now an agile flier, seeking mates and prey.
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Interesting Facts About Bronze flutterer
Bronze flutterer can fly backwards, an intricate maneuver that showcases their aerial dexterity and precise wing control.
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Scientific Classification of Bronze flutterer
Class
Bugs
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Order
Odes
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Family
Skimmers
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Youth Habitat of Bronze flutterer
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Bronze flutterer
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats, Grasslands and Prairies, Mangroves and Coastal Wetlands
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When is the Best Time to Observe Bronze flutterer
The best time to find adult bronze flutterer is typically on warm, sunny days when they are most active, usually from late morning to early afternoon.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Bronze flutterer
Clear and calm weather conditions are ideal when searching for bronze flutterer, as they prefer to fly in the absence of wind and rain.
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How and Where Can You Find Bronze flutterer at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of bronze flutterer are laid in water or on aquatic plants. Look for them in clean, still or slowly moving bodies of water like ponds or the banks of rivers.
Naiad Bronze flutterer naiads are aquatic and can often be found in the sediment or among aquatic plants in ponds and slow-moving waters. Searching in these areas with a gentle scooping net can help locate them.
Adult During the emergence stage, bronze flutterer transition from naiads to adults. This process occurs near or on water bodies, typically on reeds, rocks, or other surfaces where they can climb. Look for them during early morning or dusk.
Adult bronze flutterer are aerial and can be found near bodies of water such as lakes, ponds, or rivers. They may also be spotted in gardens or fields. Observing patiently near water or open areas during sunny weather can yield sightings.
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Beneficial Effects of Bronze flutterer
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Mosquitoes, Flies, Midges
Bronze flutterer preys on pests both in its aquatic naiad stage and as a flying adult. Aquatic naiads ambush or chase down prey like mosquito larvae, while adults are agile flyers that capture flying insects mid-air. These hunting adaptations ensure survival and help control pest populations.
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