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Orange-tailed Sprite (Ryukyu subspecies)
Scientific name: Ceriagrion auranticum ryukyuanum
Habitat: marsh, pond, ditch
Body length: 33-41 mm
Distribution in Hong Kong: widespread, e.g. Luk Keng, Hong Kong Wetland Park, Mui Wo, Cheung Chau
Flight period in Hong Kong: March to October
Identification features:
1. Eyes green
2. Synthorax green
3. Abdomen orange
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