Ringed cascader
Zygonyx torridus
Fun Fact: Ringed Cascaders inhabit rapids and waterfalls but only at small streams.
Introduction: Ringed Cascaders (Zygonyx torridus) inhabit rapids and waterfalls but only at small streams. Unlike most other species that can be found in moving water locations, they often migrate.
Distribution: Damaraland, Kaokoland, Windhoek, Caprivi Strip, Rundu, Epupa Falls, and some other central and southern scattered locations.
Colouration: Black body with distinctive yellow markings. Dark metallic frons.
Breeding: Larvae develop at the base of emerging plants and sedges in fast-moving waters.
Flight season: Throughout the year.
Max size: 50mm.
Conservation: Not threatened.
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