Macrodiplax cora (Kaup in Brauer, 1867)

(Fig. 86)

Diplax cora Kaup in Brauer, 1867: 20; Libellula lycoris Selys-Longchamps, 1872; Libellula nigrilabris Selys-Longchamps, 1872; Urothemis nigrilabris Selys-Longchamps, 1878; Urothemis vittata Kirby, 1893 .

Distribution (Fig. 87). This species is recorded from tropical areas in the Old World (from East Africa in the west to Japan in the north, Australasia and Western Pacific Islands in the east (Fiji, Guam, Palau and Samoa) (Tsuda 2000). In New Caledonia, it is known from seven localities. Winstanley & Davies (1983) recorded it from the Houaïlou River and from the municipality of Ouégoa, whereas Bigot (1985) collected several specimens on coastal roads in the Dumbéa municipality, in Prony and in Touaourou. Two specimens collected in Nouméa are conserved at the ONNC collection.

Habitat. Macrodiplax cora colonises coastal swamps, including temporary or brackish waters as well as lowland ponds in sunny places.

Biology and behaviour. This migratory species is mostly observed over coastal water bodies. Its larva was illustrated by Lieftinck (1962).

Status. Reproduction of M. cora in New Caledonia is not confirmed. We rank this species as DD, awaiting more information about its distribution.