Nikoulabasis roseosticta, sp. nov. from Fiji (Odonata: Coenagrionidae)

Nikoulabasis roseosticta sp. nov. (holotype , Fiji, Vanua Levu Island, Navuturerega creek, 6 August 2009, Christopher Beatty leg.) is erected as a new taxon. Illustrations of key characters and a distribution map are provided.

On the Fijian endemic Nesobasis brachycerca Tillyard, 1924 (Odonata: Coenagrionidae) with first description of the female and updated description of the male

Nesobasis brachycerca Tillyard, 1924 specimens have been sampled during the course of an ongoing PhD study investigating the utility of Odonata individuals for assessing the conservation importance of the Fijian freshwater resources. Material was analysed and compared to all published records on this taxon. We here provide the first morphological description (by supposition) of the female of N. brachycerca, update the morphological characteristics of the male and present some habitat specifications measured in the field.

A global agenda for advancing freshwater biodiversity research

Global freshwater biodiversity is declining dramatically, and meeting the challenges of this crisis requires bold goals and the mobilisation of substantial resources. While the reasons are varied, investments in both research and conservation of freshwater biodiversity lag far behind those in the terrestrial and marine realms. Inspired by a global consultation, we identify 15 pressing priority needs, grouped into five research areas, in an effort to support informed stewardship of freshwater biodiversity. The proposed agenda aims to advance freshwater biodiversity research globally as a critical step in improving coordinated actions towards its sustainable management and conservation.