Zygoptera

Damselflies of Indonesia

Platycnemididae

Stream-associated damselflies widely distributed in tropical Asia and Australasia.

Coenagrionidae

Diverse damselflies inhabiting ponds, marshes, and slow-flowing waters.

Chlorocyphidae

Jewel damselflies characterized by brilliant metallic coloration and patterned wings. Usually inhabit clean rocky forest streams.

Euphaeidae

Moderately large damselflies inhabiting forest rivers and streams. Males often display metallic coloration and broad wings.

Calopterygidae

Broad-winged damselflies commonly found along forest streams and rivers. Many species display metallic coloration and slow fluttering flight.

Devadattidae

Typically associated with shaded streams in tropical Southeast Asian forests and are recognized by their metallic coloration and broad wings.

Rhipidolestidae

Commonly associated with forest streams in tropical Asia. They are recognized by their slender bodies, long wings, and preference for shaded habitats.

Philosinidae

Damselflies inhabiting forested freshwater habitats. Members are generally delicate in appearance and closely associated with clean streams.

Argiolestidae

Distributed mainly in Australasia and the Pacific region. They are commonly found around shaded forest streams and are known for their slender forms and graceful flight.

Isostictidae

Family of slender damselflies occurring in Australia and parts of Southeast Asia. Species are typically associated with streams and are characterized by elongated bodies and narrow wings.

Lestidae

Widespread family of damselflies commonly known as spreadwings. They are characterized by their habit of holding wings partially open at rest and are often found near ponds, marshes, and slow-moving waters.

Platystictidae

Family of forest damselflies inhabiting shaded streams in tropical regions. They are distinguished by their cryptic coloration, slender bodies, and weak fluttering flight.