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L-spot Basker
Aethriamanta nymphaeae
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Aethriamanta nymphaeae is a species of dragonfly of the family Libellulidae, commonly known as the L-spot basker. It inhabits lagoons ponds and swamps across northern Australia.
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Recent sightings near Cairns
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Mar 8, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Lindsay PoppleView observation from Mar 8, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Feb 5, 2026Burrawungal Park, Caravonica, QLD, AUObserver: TANIGAKI TaketoView observation from Feb 5, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Feb 1, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Lindsay PoppleView observation from Feb 1, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Jan 28, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Laurie LivingView observation from Jan 28, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Jan 28, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Laurie LivingView observation from Jan 28, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Dec 14, 2025Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Lindsay PoppleView observation from Dec 14, 2025 on iNaturalist