Ischnura heterosticta, one of at least two species with the common name common bluetail,[3] is an Australian damselfly of the family Coenagrionidae.

[5] They are generally found near slow-running or still water.

[5] The common bluetail is a small damselfly.

The females have a variety of forms including green, brown, black, and a form with very similar colourings to the male.

[5] In Australia, Ischnura heterosticta is found throughout the entire continent including Tasmania.