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Red Percher at a glance
The Red Percher (Neurothemis ramburii) is an invertebrate in the family Libellulidae. In Indonesia, observation records come mainly from Bali, West Java, Yogyakarta. Diet: insect predator (both adults and aquatic nymphs are predators); a carnivore.
| Scientific name | Neurothemis ramburii |
|---|---|
| Indonesian name | Capung-Jala Lekuk |
| Group | Invertebrates |
| Family | Libellulidae |
| Observation records | Bali, West Java, Yogyakarta |
| Taxonomic group | Odonata |
| GBIF records | 1,052 human-observation records, 2016–2026 |
| Data retrieved | 2026-09-23 |
| Diet type | Carnivore (meat-eater) — insect predator (both adults and aquatic nymphs are predators) · Australian Museum |
| Reproduction | Laying eggs (oviparous) · Australian Museum |
| Venom or poison | Not venomous · British Dragonfly Society: Frequently Asked Questions (Do Dragonflies Bite or Sting?) |
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What is the Red Percher?
Red Percher refers to Neurothemis ramburii, in the genus Neurothemis, family Libellulidae, and order Odonata. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.
What is known about the Red Percher?
Neurothemis ramburii is a libellulid; identification requires wing and body pattern rather than generic red colour.
Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.
Evidence: International Dragonfly Fund — Neurothemis morphology ↗
How many Indonesian records name the Red Percher?
When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 1,052 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
Where were observations reported?
Place labels appearing in the results include Bali, West Java, Yogyakarta. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
How can you observe the Red Percher?
Record body or wing pattern, age and sex differences, and the plant or water body where the animal was seen. Leave nests and immature stages intact; one image may not support a certain identification. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.
Explore related animals
To explore this group further, compare Red Percher with Straight-edge Red Parasol, Chalky Percher, Scarlet Skimmer. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.
Scientific classification of the Red Percher
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Arthropoda |
| Class | Insecta |
| Order | Odonata |
| Family | Libellulidae |
| Genus | Neurothemis |
| Species | Neurothemis ramburii |
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology (for example class Reptilia).
Common questions about the Red Percher
What is the scientific name of the Red Percher?
The scientific name of the Red Percher is Neurothemis ramburii, in the family Libellulidae and the order Odonata. In Indonesian it is called Capung-Jala Lekuk.
What kind of animal is the Red Percher?
The Red Percher is an invertebrate in the family Libellulidae. By diet it is a carnivore (meat-eater): a insect predator (both adults and aquatic nymphs are predators).
Where does the Red Percher live in Indonesia?
Observation records of the Red Percher summarised in this guide mainly come from Bali, West Java, Yogyakarta. That list is not a complete range map.
What does the Red Percher eat?
The Red Percher is a insect predator (both adults and aquatic nymphs are predators). That makes it a carnivore (meat-eater). Source: Australian Museum.
How does the Red Percher reproduce?
The Red Percher reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous). Source: Australian Museum.
Is the Red Percher venomous?
No. The Red Percher is not venomous. Dragonflies do not sting; the tip of the abdomen is an egg-laying tube, not a stinger. Source: British Dragonfly Society: Frequently Asked Questions (Do Dragonflies Bite or Sting?).
Do not catch, handle or disturb wild animals. If bitten, stung or exposed to its toxins, go to the nearest health facility straight away.
What is the scientific classification of the Red Percher?
Scientific classification of the Red Percher: kingdom Animalia, phylum Arthropoda, class Insecta, order Odonata, family Libellulidae, genus Neurothemis, species Neurothemis ramburii.
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology.
Sources & references
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
- GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
- International Dragonfly Fund — Neurothemis morphology ↗
- iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations ↗
- Australian Museum ↗
- British Dragonfly Society: Frequently Asked Questions (Do Dragonflies Bite or Sting?) ↗
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (GBIF) ↗
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