Barbet Percher
Diplacodes luminans
Summary 13
Diplacodes luminans is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae known commonly as the barbet percher. It is native to central and southern Africa, where it is widespread and common.
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More Info
iNat Map
| 1. country | Botswana, Namibia |
|---|---|
| 2. ecoregion | Etosha, Kalahari, Karstveld Sink Holes, Namib Coastal, Okavango Floodplains, Southern Kalahari, Southern Temperate Highveld, Upper Zambezi Floodplains, Zambezi Lowveld |
| 3. body length | medium |
| 4. dominant body colour - male | red/orange, yellow & black |
| 5. dominant body colour - female | yellow & black |
| 6. wing markings - extent | base of wings close to body |
| 7. wing markings - colour | orange/amber |
| 8. pterostigma colour | pale |
| 9. typical wing position | open |
