Austrogomphus cornutus, also known as Austrogomphus (Austrogomphus) cornutus, is a species of dragonfly of the family Gomphidae, commonly known as the unicorn hunter. It inhabits streams and rivers in eastern Australia.
Austrogomphus cornutus is a tiny to medium-sized, black and yellow dragonfly.
Etymology The genus name Austrogomphus combines the prefix austro- (from Latin auster, meaning “south wind”, hence “southern”) with Gomphus, a genus name derived from Greek γόμφος (gomphos, “peg” or “nail”), alluding to the clubbed shape of the abdomen in males.
The species name cornutus is Latin for "horned", referring to a horn on the rear of the male head.
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See also List of Odonata species of Australia
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