Swamp bluet

Introduction: Most recordings of the Swamp Bluet (Africallagma glaucum) have been in locations of 1,200m above sea level at perennial or temporary waters with submerged aquatic vegetation.

Distribution: Naukluft Mountains, central highlands, Otavi Mountains, Khomas Hochland, Kamanjab and Tsaobis.

Colouration: Bluish-green abdomen (glaucum). The thorax in mature males is bright blue.

Breeding: Egg development can last up to 4 weeks.

Flight season: October to June.

Max size: 30mm.