Aeshna shennong sp. nov., a new species from Hubei Province, China (Odonata: Anisoptera: Aeshnidae)

Researchers have identified and described Aeshna shennong, a new species of dragonfly (Odonata: Anisoptera: Aeshnidae) from Hubei Province, China. This discovery was made through morphological analysis and comparison with its closest relative, A. petalura. The holotype specimen was collected in Dajiuhu National Wetland Park within Shennongjia National Nature Reserve, highlighting the region's biodiversity significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate. Additionally, new distribution records of A. petalura from mainland China were documented, expanding our understanding of its range.

ZHANG, H.-M., & CAI, Q.-H. (2014). Aeshna shennong sp. nov., a new species from Hubei Province, China (Odonata: Anisoptera: Aeshnidae). Zootaxa, 3795(4). https://doi.org/10.11646/zootaxa.3795.4.8