The “Bronze Flutterer”, scientifically known as Rhyothemis obsolescens and belonging to the Libellulidae family, is distinguished by its bronze wings with subtle magenta reflexes and intricate markings. Male specimens boast hindwings spanning 21.5 to 23 millimeters. Both males and females share similar traits, notably a larger abdomen that is more than twice the breadth of their hindwings, making them easily identifiable in their habitat.

The Bronze Flutterer dragonfly occupies various aquatic environments, including ponds, marshes, lakeshores, and slow streams, often near vegetation-rich water bodies that provide ample perches for resting and hunting prey. They are also found in coastal areas such as mangroves and tidal flats, favoring breeding sites with still or slow-moving water for larvae development. Thriving in diverse wetland habitats, they exhibit tolerance to disturbances and are commonly seen in marshes, swamps, ponds, and rivers. While they prefer some forest cover nearby, they are adaptable and have been observed at altitudes over 500 meters on Belitung Island.

With widespread distribution and resilience, the Bronze Flutterer is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Notably, around 12 individuals were recorded in March 2024 within our observation area.