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Swamp tigertail

Swamp tigertail

Synthemis eustalacta

A species of Synthemis

It is a slender, medium-sized dragonfly with black and yellow markings.

General Info About Swamp tigertail
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Attributes of Swamp tigertail
Colors
Black
Yellow
Habitat
stream; river
Adult Food Sources
Flying insects, mosquitoes, flies, moths, other small airborne arthropods
Larva Food Source
Aquatic invertebrates, small fish, tadpoles, mosquito larvae, other aquatic insect larvae
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Swamp tigertail is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
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Species Status of Swamp tigertail
It is found in south-eastern Australia.
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Distribution Area of Swamp tigertail
South-eastern Australia
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Life Cycle of Swamp tigertail
Egg The eggs of swamp tigertail are laid in water or on vegetation near water. They are typically oval and may be colored to blend with the substrate, providing camouflage from predators.
Naiad The naiads of swamp tigertail are aquatic, predatory, and resemble the adult form but lack wings. They undergo several molts, growing larger with each stage, changing subtly in color and form as they develop.
Adult Emerging from the final naiad stage, adult swamp tigertail's development is characterized by fully formed wings and reproductive structures. Body coloration often intensifies, size reaches its peak, and their function shifts to reproduction and dispersal.
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Predators of Adult Swamp tigertail
Birds, spiders, frogs, wasps, other dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Swamp tigertail
Swamp tigertail can fly backward, showcasing an extraordinary level of aerial agility uncommon in the insect world.
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Scientific Classification of Swamp tigertail
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Bugs
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Odes
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Youth Habitat of Swamp tigertail
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Swamp tigertail
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Freshwater Habitats
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How Can You Attract Swamp tigertail
Swamp tigertail adults are primarily carnivorous, feeding on insects. There is no standard bait for trapping them. At larval stages, they are aquatic predators, targeting small invertebrates or even small fish.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Swamp tigertail
Swamp tigertail are most easily found in warm and sunny weather. They are less active during cold or rainy days.
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How and Where Can You Find Swamp tigertail at Different Life Stages
Egg Swamp tigertail eggs are typically laid in water bodies or plants near water. They can be located by gently searching the stems and leaves of aquatic plants or the water's surface for clusters or rows of tiny eggs.
Naiad Swamp tigertail naiads are aquatic and predatory, often found in water bodies such as streams, ponds, or wetlands. Search by carefully examining underwater vegetation, debris, and the sediment of slow-moving waters.
Adult Swamp tigertail during emergence cling onto vegetation near water bodies as they transition from naiad to adult. Spotting them involves inspecting reeds, grasses, or branches near the water’s edge at dusk or dawn.
Adult swamp tigertail are often seen flying around water bodies like lakes, rivers, and wetlands on warm, sunny days. Look for them perched on vegetation or patrolling above the water surface for other flying insects.
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Beneficial Effects of Swamp tigertail
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Mosquitoes, Flies, Insects
Swamp tigertail, a predator found near aquatic environments, proficiently captures its prey mid-flight with powerful jaws. Its naiad stage is equally predatory, ambushing other aquatic organisms. With precise aerial maneuvers, swamp tigertail serves an ecological role, keeping pest populations in check, and sustaining itself throughout both juvenile and adult stages.
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