Anax papuensis

Australian Emperor at Mallacoota, VIC

Anax papuensis at Mallacoota, VIC - 5 Feb 2023
Anax papuensis at Mallacoota, VIC - 5 Feb 2023
Anax papuensis at Mallacoota, VIC - 5 Feb 2023
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Identification history

Anax papuensis 12 Mar 2023 HarveyPerkins
Anax papuensis 8 Feb 2023 GlossyGal

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The dragonfly was munching away on the decapitated thorax of another species. I didn't realise they were cannibals.

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 5 Feb 2023 03:44 PM Recorded on
  • GlossyGal Recorded by

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  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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