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Giant Hawaiian darner

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The giant Hawaiian darner, also known as the giant Hawaiian dragonfly or pinao (Anax strenuus), is a species of dragonfly in the family Aeshnidae. It is one of two species of dragonfly that is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.[1] It is particularly common at higher elevations.[2]

This species is one of the largest of all modern dragonflies, reaching a wingspan of 152 mm.

References

  1. ^ Howarth, Francis G.; Mull, William P. (1992). Hawaiian insects and their kin. Honolulu: University of Hawaii Press. ISBN 978-0-8248-1469-4.
  2. ^ "Anax strenuus". Bernice P. Bishop Museum. Retrieved 9 August 2011.
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Giant Hawaiian darner: Brief Summary

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The giant Hawaiian darner, also known as the giant Hawaiian dragonfly or pinao (Anax strenuus), is a species of dragonfly in the family Aeshnidae. It is one of two species of dragonfly that is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It is particularly common at higher elevations.

This species is one of the largest of all modern dragonflies, reaching a wingspan of 152 mm.

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