<i>Microgomphus souteri</i> Fraser, a new addition to the Odonata (Insecta) fauna of Kerala, southern India

Abstract

New distribution record of Odonata species from Kerala is reported. The genus Microgomphus and species souteri is recorded for the first time from Kerala. Previously the species is recorded only from Coorg and South Kanara, Karnataka. Diagnostic characters and photographs are also given for easy identification of this rare and endemic dragonfly species.