On the distribution of Aeshna petalura Martin, 1908 (Odonata: Anisoptera: Aeshnidae) in the Indian subcontinent

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R. Babu
http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9147-4540
G. Srinivasan
http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0861-2568

Abstract

Aeshna petalura Martin, is documented for the first time from the high ranges of the eastern Himalaya (above 4,000m) and also a new record from the Tawang Region of Arunachal Pradesh, India.  The description of the species along with a distribution range map is also provided.  The type locality and distribution within India is also discussed. 

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