Paragomphus zambeziensis

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Paragomphus zambeziensis
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P. zambeziensis
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Paragomphus zambeziensis
Pinhey, 1961

Paragomphus zambeziensis is a species of dragonfly in the family Gomphidae. It is endemic to Zimbabwe. Its natural habitat is rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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References

  1. Suhling, F. (2010). "Paragomphus zambeziensis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . 2010: e.T59754A12013029. doi: 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T59754A12013029.en . Retrieved 15 November 2021.