Pseudagrion assegaii

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Pseudagrion assegaii
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P. assegaii
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Pseudagrion assegaii
Pinhey, 1950

Pseudagrion assegaii is a species of damselfly in the family Coenagrionidae. It is found in Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. [1]

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Habitat

Its natural habitats include swamps and pools, especially pools with grass fringes, lilies and some shade. Its continued existence is threatened by habitat loss through agricultural development and groundwater extraction. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Clausnitzer, V.; Dijkstra, K.-D.B.; Suhling, F. (2010). "Pseudagrion assegaii". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . 2010: e.T60011A12230656. doi: 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T60011A12230656.en . Retrieved 18 November 2021.