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Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk

Orthetrum pruinosum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Odonata ›Family: Libellulidae ›Genus: Orthetrum

About

Orthetrum pruinosum, the crimson-tailed marsh hawk, is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. It is a widespread species occurring from west India to Japan and south to Java and the Sunda Islands. It breeds in puddles, ponds and tanks. Three subspecies are recognized. A molecular phylogenetics study of Orthetrum dragonflies revealed that Orthetrum pruinosum is a cryptic species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk?
The scientific name of Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk is Orthetrum pruinosum.
What is the conservation status of Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk?
The Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the order Odonata.
What family does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the family Libellulidae.
What genus does Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belong to?
Crimson-tailed Marsh Hawk belongs to the genus Orthetrum.