162: Phaenandrogomphus asthenes Lieftinck, 1964

Number: 162 / Family:  Gomphidae / Genus: Phaenandrogomphus
Species: Phaenandrogomphus asthenes / Common name(s):N/A
Habitat: Forested Streams 
 Province(s) sighted: Chantaburi
Sightings (by me): Common at this location 
In flight (that I have seen): April 
Species easily confused with: N/A

An extremely nice surprise was to see a newly emerged Gomphid. I was even fortunate enough to see it fill out, though I wish I'd arrived 15 minutes earlier to see the complete emergence. Still, I am happy to see yet another species for my personal list at Khao Soi Dao Wildlife Sanctuary. It is clearly of the genus Phaenandrogomphus. However, it is too difficult to tell at this stage which exact species. Research points towards Phaenandrogomphus asthenes Lieftinck, 1964. However, the epipoct (lower appendage) seems too straight. This could be simply because it had just emerged. 

The Male

With enormous accessory genitalia, it is Phaenandrogomphus asthenes. However, lacking thoracic markings and colour, it is too difficult to be sure. 

 Now fully extended (and turned ready for his maiden flight high up into the trees).

His appendages ...

and his 'massive' accessory genitalia ... any dad would be proud haha

 ... and his old home.