Diplacodes melanopsis

Black-faced Percher at Killara, VIC

Diplacodes melanopsis at Killara, VIC - 24 Nov 2024
Diplacodes melanopsis at Killara, VIC - 24 Nov 2024
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Diplacodes melanopsis 30 Nov 2024 HarveyPerkins
Orthetrum villosovittatum 30 Nov 2024 KylieWaldon
Diplacodes melanopsis 30 Nov 2024 KylieWaldon

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I could see this dragonfly flying towards me from across the river, and the yellow band on the top really stood out. What species is this? I've guessed Black Faced Percher (then went to internet and Fiery Skimmer resembles it) but I've never seen one this colour before. Very humid day.

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