Orthetrum villosovittatum

Orthetrum villosovittatum commonly known as the fiery skimmer is a species of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. Its range is from the Moluccas, New Guinea and neighbouring islands as well as Australia. In Australia it is found in Victoria through eastern New South Wales and Queensland, north inland Queensland, Cape York Peninsula and north Northern Territory. It is a common species through most of its range.

Orthetrum villosovittatum are medium-sized dragonflies with a wingspan of 60-85mm. Males have dark greyish to greenish-brown thoraxes and red abdomens, with the abdomen constricted at segment four. Females are ochre-coloured.

The species inhabits boggy seepages, streams and swamps.