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Orange Skimmer

Orthetrum testaceum

Worldwide: 5,325 observations
Group: Insects

About

Orthetrum testaceum is an Asian freshwater dragonfly species. It is distributed throughout India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. One subspecies has been described, Orthetrum testaceum soembanum.

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Recent sightings near Medan

Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.

Jul 5, 2026Deli Serdang, Noord-Sumatra, IndonesiëObserver: pvenhuisView observation from Jul 5, 2026 on iNaturalist
Jul 4, 2026Deli Serdang, Noord-Sumatra, IndonesiëObserver: pvenhuisView observation from Jul 4, 2026 on iNaturalist
Sep 14, 2025Helvetia Tim., Kec. Medan Helvetia, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara, IndonesiaObserver: MidunesteView observation from Sep 14, 2025 on iNaturalist
Nov 30, 2024Medan Estate, Percut Sei Tuan, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra, IndonèsiaObserver: Antoni Albalat SalanovaView observation from Nov 30, 2024 on iNaturalist
Sep 15, 2024JMQX+R4R, Medan Estate, Percut Sei Tuan, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra 20371, IndonèsiaObserver: Antoni Albalat SalanovaView observation from Sep 15, 2024 on iNaturalist
Jan 22, 2023FH2X+PGG, Sugau, Pancur Batu, Deli Serdang Regency, Sumatra Septentrional, IndonèsiaObserver: Antoni Albalat SalanovaView observation from Jan 22, 2023 on iNaturalist