description Stylurus flavipes Overview
Stylurus flavipes is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphidae found across Eurasia. It was first described in 1825 and is commonly called the river clubtail. The species breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy or silty beds, where its larvae develop before emerging as adults. Like other clubtails, it possesses a distinctive club-shaped abdomen.
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What type of habitat does the Stylurus flavipes dragonfly need?
Unlike many dragonflies that prefer still ponds, Stylurus flavipes is specifically adapted to large, lowland rivers. They rely heavily on unpolluted waterways with sandy or silty riverbeds for their larval development.
When was the Stylurus flavipes species first discovered?
This specific species of Eurasian clubtail dragonfly was officially described by scientists in the year 1825. It belongs to the Gomphidae family, which are commonly referred to as clubtails due to their thickened tail segments.
Where in the world can I find the Stylurus flavipes dragonfly?
This species can be found across various parts of Eurasia, typically near slow-flowing, sandy lowland rivers. Their populations have faced significant threats in Western Europe due to river channelization and water pollution.
Why is Stylurus flavipes called a clubtail dragonfly?
The common name refers to the distinct, club-like widening of the insect's abdomen near the end of its tail. This physical trait is a defining characteristic shared by dragonflies in the Gomphidae family.
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