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South China Shadow-emerald
Scientific name: Idionyx claudia
Habitat: fast-flowing stream in mountainous forest, pool beside waterfall
Body length: 42-45 mm
Distribution in Hong Kong: Ng Tung Chai
Flight period in Hong Kong: May to July
Similar species: Dancing Shadow-emerald (Comparison)
Identification features:
1. Legs all black
2. Dorsum of abdomen without vertical yellow stripe
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