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Common Picture Wing
Rhyothemis variegata
- Worldwide
- 16,164 observations
- Group
- Insects
About
Rhyothemis variegata, known as the common picture wing or variegated flutterer, is a species of dragonfly of the family Libellulidae, found in South Asia. It breeds in marshes, ponds and paddy fields. They appear to have weak flight and can easily be mistaken for butterflies.
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Recent sightings near Medan
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Sep 21, 2026Medan City, North Sumatra, IndonesiaObserver: Indra KusumaView observation from Sep 21, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 10, 2026Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra, IndonesiaObserver: Craig RobsonView observation from Aug 10, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Jul 16, 2026Jalan Sabaruddin, Medan, North Sumatra, IDObserver: KMView observation from Jul 16, 2026 on iNaturalist
- 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
- Oct 19, 2025Medan City, North Sumatra, IndonesiaObserver: Indra KusumaView observation from Oct 19, 2025 on iNaturalist