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What is the scientific name of the saffron reedtail damselfly?

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Indosticta deccanensis

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“Saffron Reedtail Damselfly Spotted for the First Time in Karnataka's Netravati River Region”

The saffron reedtail damselfly, scientifically named Indosticta deccanensis, was recently spotted for the first time in Karnataka along the Netravati River. It was previously classified under the genus Platysticta.

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