Dragonflies Diversity (Odonata) in Menoreh Karst Central Java - Yogyakarta

This study aims to determine the diversity of dragonfly species and diversity index of dragonfly species due to tourism in the Menoreh Karst Central Java – Yogyakarta. Data were collected at three different locations in Kulonprogro tourism area ( Kedung Pedut Waterfall, Banyu Mudal Waterfall and Anjani Waterfall ). Location for data collection based on the availability of water resources using purposive sampling method. The species were identified using identification books (Dragonfly of Singapore and Australian Dragonfly). The diversity index is analyzed using Shannon -Weinner diversity index. Based on research we revealed 11 species of dragonflies are exist in three sampling locations (Leptogomphus lansbergei, Orthethrum sabina, Pantala flavescens, Diplacodes trivialis and Potamarcha congeners, Euphaea variegata, Nososticta insignis, Drepanosticta sundana, Drepanosticta gazella, Vestalis luctuosa and Coellicia membranipes). 7 species are vulnerable to water pollution. 3 species are endemic to Javan Island