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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.
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Calopterygidae
Broad-winged damselflies commonly found along forest streams and rivers. Many species display metallic coloration and slow fluttering flight.
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Chlorocyphidae
Jewel damselflies characterized by brilliant metallic coloration and patterned wings. Usually inhabit clean rocky forest streams.
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Coenagrionidae
Diverse damselflies inhabiting ponds, marshes, and slow-flowing waters.
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Devadattidae
Typically associated with shaded streams in tropical Southeast Asian forests and are recognized by their metallic coloration and broad wings.
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Euphaeidae
Moderately large damselflies inhabiting forest rivers and streams. Males often display metallic coloration and broad wings.
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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.
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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.
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Philosinidae
Damselflies inhabiting forested freshwater habitats. Members are generally delicate in appearance and closely associated with clean streams.
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Platycnemididae
Stream-associated damselflies widely distributed in tropical Asia and Australasia.
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Platystictidae
Family of forest damselflies inhabiting shaded streams in tropical regions. They are distinguished by their cryptic coloration, slender bodies, and weak fluttering flight.
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Rhipidolestidae
Commonly associated with forest streams in tropical Asia. They are recognized by their slender bodies, long wings, and preference for shaded habitats.
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