Griseargiolestes metallicus is a species of Australian damselfly in the family Argiolestidae, commonly known as a metallic flatwing. It has only been recorded from rainforests in the vicinity of Tully Gorge National Park in northern Queensland, where it inhabits streams.
Griseargiolestes metallicus is a medium-sized damselfly, black-green metallic in colour with pale markings, without pruinescence. Like other members of the family Argiolestidae, it rests with its wings outspread.
Etymology The genus name Griseargiolestes combines the Latin griseus ("grey" or "pearl-grey") with Argiolestes, the name of a related genus. It refers to the pale pruinescence seen in this group.
The species name metallicus is Latin for "metallic", referring to the blue metallic colouring of the head, thorax, and abdomen.
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See also List of Odonata species of Australia
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